American Funds American Balanced Fund® Class R-4 (RLBEX)
| Fund Assets | 241.03B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.60% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 44.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.65 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.19% |
| Dividend Growth | 246.36% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 36.67 |
| YTD Return | 8.45% |
| 1-Year Return | 11.50% |
| 5-Year Return | 57.61% |
| 52-Week Low | 31.79 |
| 52-Week High | 37.12 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 3687 |
| Inception Date | Jun 21, 2002 |
About RLBEX
American Funds American Balanced Fund Class R-4 is a mutual fund managed by Capital Group with a primary focus on balancing capital preservation, current income, and long-term capital growth. Structured as a moderate allocation fund, it invests in a diversified portfolio comprising both equities and investment-grade bonds, including securities issued by the U.S. government and select international entities. The fund strategically allocates between 50% and 70% of its assets to equities, offering investors exposure to leading companies across sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer staples, and communications. Notable holdings in recent periods have included Broadcom, Microsoft, Alphabet, and UnitedHealth Group. This balanced approach aims to reduce volatility compared to pure equity funds, making it suitable for income-oriented investors seeking a conservative entry into the stock market or those looking to simplify their portfolio. With a history dating back to 1975 and assets under management exceeding $200 billion, the fund plays a significant role in retirement plan offerings and is recognized for its downside resilience and steady long-term performance within its category.
Performance
RLBEX had a total return of 11.50% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.20%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQWX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Strategic Dividend & Income Fund - Class Z | 0.56% |
| FBKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Balanced K6 Fund | 0.32% |
| FASDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Strategic Dividend & Income Fund - Class A | 0.92% |
| FTSDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Strategic Dividend & Income Fund - Class M | 1.17% |
| FASGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Asset Manager 70% Fund | 0.64% |
Top 10 Holdings
24.75% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 5.24% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 3.29% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.92% |
| Cap Grp Cent Fd Ser Ii | CCBFX | 2.89% |
| Philip Morris International Inc. | PM | 2.40% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 1.65% |
| UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | UNH | 1.65% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 1.58% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | TSM | 1.57% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 1.56% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2025 | $0.3014 | Jun 10, 2025 |
| Mar 10, 2025 | $0.1061 | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Dec 16, 2024 | $2.1346 | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $0.1065 | Sep 17, 2024 |
| Jun 10, 2024 | $0.107 | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Mar 11, 2024 | $0.1073 | Mar 12, 2024 |