About JSGCX
The John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund Class C is a mutual fund designed to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in U.S. equities. At least 80% of the fund’s net assets are allocated to equity securities, with a focus on large-cap companies that demonstrate above-average growth potential. The fund’s portfolio typically emphasizes sectors such as information technology, consumer discretionary, and health care, which often feature companies with robust earnings and revenue growth prospects. Notable holdings include prominent industry leaders like NVIDIA, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, and Alphabet, underscoring its growth-oriented strategy.
Managed by John Hancock Investment Management LLC, with Wellington Management Company LLP serving as subadvisor, the fund benefits from seasoned portfolio management. The Class C shares are tailored for investors seeking access with lower initial investment requirements and no front-end sales charge, though they feature ongoing distribution and service fees. Overall, the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund Class C plays a significant role in growth-focused portfolios by offering diversified exposure to leading U.S. growth companies across key sectors.
Fund Family John Hancock
Category Large Growth
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol JSGCX
Share Class Class C
Index Russell 1000 Growth TR
JSGCX had a total return of 9.70% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 13.27%.
