American Funds Income Fund of Amer R4 (RIDEX)
| Fund Assets | 137.06B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.62% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 92.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.55 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth | 82.26% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 9, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 27.54 |
| YTD Return | 14.53% |
| 1-Year Return | 14.55% |
| 5-Year Return | 59.09% |
| 52-Week Low | 23.37 |
| 52-Week High | 27.62 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 3106 |
| Inception Date | Jun 27, 2002 |
About RIDEX
American Funds The Income Fund of America Class R-4 is a mutual fund designed to deliver current income while also aiming for capital growth. With an inception date in 2002, this fund employs a broad investment approach by allocating at least 60% of its assets to common stocks and equity-type securities, but it may also invest in bonds and cash instruments depending on market conditions. Its diverse portfolio includes over 3,100 holdings and manages substantial assets, exceeding $100 billion, which enhances its influence in the income-focused segment of the market. The fund is notable for its quarterly dividend payments and consistently competitive dividend yield, reflecting its primary objective of generating regular income for investors. The strategic blend of equities and fixed income within its structure makes it a popular choice for those seeking stability through income distributions alongside potential long-term growth. The Income Fund of America plays a significant role in the mutual fund landscape by providing a balanced solution for income generation and moderate capital appreciation across various market environments.
Performance
RIDEX had a total return of 14.55% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.71%.
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Top 10 Holdings
22.35% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 7.24% |
| Philip Morris International Inc. | PM | 3.35% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 1.99% |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | GILD | 1.64% |
| BAE Systems plc | BA | 1.62% |
| EOG Resources, Inc. | EOG | 1.53% |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 1.49% |
| Nestlé S.A. | NESN | 1.18% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 1.15% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 1.14% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2025 | $0.1669 | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Mar 10, 2025 | $0.167 | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Dec 16, 2024 | $1.045 | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $0.1672 | Sep 17, 2024 |
| Jun 10, 2024 | $0.1676 | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Mar 11, 2024 | $0.1678 | Mar 12, 2024 |