About RAFBX
American Funds AMCAP Fund is an actively managed mutual fund with a primary focus on achieving long-term capital growth. The fund invests chiefly in common stocks of established U.S. companies known for solid track records of sustainable, above-average long-term growth. Diversification is a hallmark, with holdings spanning key sectors such as information technology, consumer discretionary, industrials, health care, and communication services. Notable portfolio positions include major names like Microsoft, Broadcom, Amazon.com, Meta Platforms, Alphabet, Apple, and Eli Lilly, reflecting an emphasis on large-cap, growth-oriented firms.
Managed by Capital Research and Management Company, the fund leverages a team-based, research-driven investment approach that emphasizes disciplined growth investing while maintaining attention to risk. With assets under management exceeding $80 billion, the fund has demonstrated broad market relevance and scale. The AMCAP Fund is often used as a core equity holding, particularly within retirement programs, and pays dividends and capital gains semi-annually. Its performance closely aligns with the large growth category, aiming to participate in the dynamic segments fueling U.S. economic expansion.
Fund Family Capital Group
Category Large Growth
Performance Rating Below Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol RAFBX
Share Class Class R-2
Index S&P 500 TR
RAFBX had a total return of 12.92% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 9.66%.
