PGIM Balanced Fund - Class C (PABCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.07B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.81% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 107.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.58 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.38% |
| Dividend Growth | 31.40% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 18.77 |
| YTD Return | 2.06% |
| 1-Year Return | 14.82% |
| 5-Year Return | 38.18% |
| 52-Week Low | 14.65 |
| 52-Week High | 18.95 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1996 |
| Inception Date | Nov 7, 1996 |
About PABCX
PGIM Balanced Fund Class C is an open-end mutual fund that seeks to provide both income and long-term capital growth through a diversified investment strategy. The fund maintains a moderate allocation by actively investing in a balanced portfolio of equity, fixed income, and money market securities. It holds domestic and international assets, aiming to deliver a blend of growth and income potential while managing risk exposure. Launched in 1996 and managed under the PGIM Investments umbrella, the fund is designed to appeal to investors seeking a single solution that balances growth opportunities with income generation. Its holdings span multiple sectors, offering exposure to both stock and bond markets, and it distributes dividends quarterly. The fund has a relatively high turnover rate and an expense ratio that reflects active management. With substantial assets under management, PGIM Balanced Fund Class C plays a notable role in the allocation fund segment, serving investors who desire a managed approach to portfolio diversification and asset allocation.
Performance
PABCX had a total return of 14.82% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.31%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQWX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Strategic Dividend & Income Fund - Class Z | 0.55% |
| FBKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Balanced K6 Fund | 0.32% |
| FASDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Strategic Dividend & Income Fund - Class A | 0.92% |
| FTSDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Strategic Dividend & Income Fund - Class M | 1.17% |
| FASGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Asset Manager 70% | 0.64% |
Top 10 Holdings
20.22% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 3.50% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 3.20% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 3.19% |
| Prudential Govt Money Mkt Fd | n/a | 2.44% |
| PGIM AAA CLO ETF | PAAA | 1.94% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 1.32% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 1.21% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 1.20% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 1.17% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 1.03% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $1.42608 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 5, 2025 | $0.04819 | Sep 5, 2025 |
| Jun 6, 2025 | $0.07371 | Jun 6, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 2025 | $0.02794 | Mar 7, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $1.03024 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Sep 6, 2024 | $0.05954 | Sep 6, 2024 |