American Funds Intermediate Bond Fund of America® Class R-2 (RBOBX)
| Fund Assets | 28.40B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.31% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 236.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.41 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.18% |
| Dividend Growth | -1.94% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 12.75 |
| YTD Return | 0.64% |
| 1-Year Return | 6.78% |
| 5-Year Return | 2.69% |
| 52-Week Low | 12.00 |
| 52-Week High | 12.77 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 2900 |
| Inception Date | May 31, 2002 |
About RBOBX
American Funds Intermediate Bond Fund of America Class R-2 is a mutual fund specializing in U.S. dollar-denominated, intermediate-term fixed-income securities. Its primary function is to provide current income while adhering to standards for maturity and credit quality. The fund primarily invests in a mix of corporate bonds, U.S. government bonds and notes, mortgage-backed securities such as GNMA certificates, and asset-backed obligations, typically maintaining an average portfolio duration around four years. At least 80% of its assets are allocated to bonds and related debt instruments, primarily those rated A or higher, with a limited allocation to securities rated Baa/BBB. The fund emphasizes diversification across nearly a thousand individual holdings and generally excludes equity investments. It pays regular monthly dividends and is used by investors seeking a balance between income generation and managing interest rate risk within the intermediate bond sector, often serving as a core fixed-income holding for retirement plans and diversified portfolios. The fund is managed by Capital Group and features professional oversight with disciplined risk management and an emphasis on investment-grade quality and liquidity.
Performance
RBOBX had a total return of 6.78% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.62%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03113 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03404 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.03276 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03403 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.03393 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.03381 | Sep 2, 2025 |