Rydex Utilities Fund Class C (RYCUX)
| Fund Assets | 30.84M |
| Expense Ratio | 2.40% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 475.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.22 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.51% |
| Dividend Growth | 224.43% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 48.33 |
| YTD Return | 8.52% |
| 1-Year Return | 19.89% |
| 5-Year Return | 54.39% |
| 52-Week Low | 38.44 |
| 52-Week High | 49.76 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 55 |
| Inception Date | Apr 27, 2001 |
About RYCUX
The Rydex Utilities Fund Class C is a mutual fund dedicated to providing targeted exposure to the global utilities sector. Its primary objective is capital preservation and appreciation by investing predominantly in companies that operate public utilities, including electric, gas, and telecommunications firms. The fund is managed by a team and seeks to deliver returns through a diversified portfolio of U.S. and international utility equities, making it a specialized choice for investors focused on the utilities industry. Its portfolio is notable for a lower concentration in top holdings compared to category peers, with a mix of large-, medium-, and small-cap companies. The utilities sector is traditionally associated with stable income and lower volatility, offering a defensive positioning within the broader equity market. The Rydex Utilities Fund Class C plays a strategic role in portfolios by providing sector-specific diversification and access to essential infrastructure businesses that are integral to the everyday functioning of modern economies.
Performance
RYCUX had a total return of 19.89% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.85%.
Equivalent Funds
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Top 10 Holdings
35.12% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | NEE | 5.27% |
| Constellation Energy Corporation | CEG | 4.17% |
| The Southern Company | SO | 4.08% |
| Duke Energy Corporation | DUK | 3.98% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | AEP | 3.23% |
| Sempra | SRE | 3.12% |
| Dominion Energy, Inc. | D | 2.92% |
| Vistra Corp. | VST | 2.89% |
| Exelon Corporation | EXC | 2.76% |
| Xcel Energy Inc. | XEL | 2.71% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | $1.22005 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $0.37606 | Dec 12, 2024 |
| Dec 12, 2023 | $1.49126 | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Dec 20, 2022 | $0.42036 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 9, 2021 | $1.35496 | Dec 9, 2021 |
| Dec 10, 2020 | $1.00732 | Dec 10, 2020 |