Principal Capital Appreciation R3 (PCAOX)
| Fund Assets | 5.11B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.01% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 41.40% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 3.79 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.76% |
| Dividend Growth | 976.05% |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 27, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 84.67 |
| YTD Return | 6.40% |
| 1-Year Return | 17.79% |
| 5-Year Return | 104.62% |
| 52-Week Low | 66.98 |
| 52-Week High | 86.99 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 96 |
| Inception Date | Mar 1, 2010 |
About PCAOX
Principal Capital Appreciation Fund R-3 Class is a mutual fund focused on achieving long-term capital growth by primarily investing in equity securities across companies of all market capitalizations, with a notable tilt toward large-cap firms. Managed by experienced portfolio managers, the fund targets businesses believed to be undervalued relative to their private market value, especially those holding competitive advantages and strong barriers to entry. This investment strategy places the fund within the "Large Blend" category, offering diversification across various sectors while emphasizing quality and value-driven opportunities. The fund regularly distributes dividends annually and is benchmarked against major indices such as the Russell 1000 Index, reflecting its broad market exposure. With total assets in the billions and a history dating back over a decade, the Principal Capital Appreciation Fund R-3 Class plays a significant role in the mutual fund market as a vehicle for investors seeking potential growth through disciplined equity selection and active management.
Performance
PCAOX had a total return of 17.79% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 13.24%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FWOAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Women's Leadership A | 0.99% |
| FWOMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Women's Leadership Fund | 0.69% |
| FWMNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Women's Leadership Fund - Class I | 0.70% |
| FWOZX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Women's Leadership Z | 0.58% |
| FWOCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Women's Leadership C | 1.74% |
Top 10 Holdings
40.72% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 7.34% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 7.28% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 4.38% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 4.25% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.81% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 3.35% |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 3.31% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 2.86% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 2.71% |
| Casey's General Stores, Inc. | CASY | 1.43% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 27, 2024 | $0.2364 | Dec 27, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | $3.7934 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 27, 2023 | $0.3745 | Dec 27, 2023 |
| Dec 28, 2022 | $0.2319 | Dec 28, 2022 |
| Dec 29, 2021 | $0.1749 | Dec 29, 2021 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | $5.8479 | Dec 20, 2021 |