About RGAEX
American Funds Growth Fund of America Class R-4 is a large-cap growth mutual fund managed by Capital Research and Management Company. Its primary goal is to provide growth of capital by investing predominantly in common stocks of companies with strong growth prospects. The fund employs a unique multi-manager system, dividing its assets into segments managed by different portfolio managers—promoting diversified investment approaches within the same fund. Notable holdings often include leading technology, healthcare, and consumer companies such as Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Amazon.com, positioning the fund at the forefront of market trends in innovation-driven sectors.
The fund can invest up to 25% of its assets internationally, expanding its growth opportunities beyond the United States. Targeted as a core holding for long-term, growth-oriented investors, it is frequently used in retirement plans. With a long-standing history dating back to 1973, the fund maintains a moderate expense ratio and a diversified portfolio, making it a significant player within the large-growth mutual fund space.
Fund Family Capital Group
Category Large-Cap Growth
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol RGAEX
Share Class Class R-4
Index S&P 500 TR
RGAEX had a total return of 12.49% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 11.04%.
