ClearBridge Appreciation Fund Class A (SHAPX)
| Fund Assets | 9.62B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.91% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 28.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.89 |
| Dividend Yield | 13.18% |
| Dividend Growth | 56.69% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 35.08 |
| YTD Return | -4.16% |
| 1-Year Return | 9.33% |
| 5-Year Return | 70.25% |
| 52-Week Low | 28.31 |
| 52-Week High | 37.79 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.94 |
| Holdings | 64 |
| Inception Date | Mar 10, 1970 |
About SHAPX
The ClearBridge Appreciation Fund is a U.S. equity mutual fund that primarily targets long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of equity securities issued by U.S. companies. Its main focus is on medium and large-capitalization firms, though it maintains the flexibility to allocate assets to small-cap companies as well. The fund is designed to offer a blend of growth and value investment strategies, selecting holdings based on a careful balance of reward and risk. Portfolio managers emphasize high-quality companies with strong management teams, superior earnings growth, and solid or improving fundamentals. While the majority of assets are in domestic equities, the fund may allocate up to 20% to foreign issuers, broadening its exposure to global opportunities. The ClearBridge Appreciation Fund plays a notable role in the large blend category, appealing to investors seeking core equity holdings with the potential for steady returns and moderate risk. Its sector diversification and active management aim to navigate varying economic and market cycles while maintaining a below-average risk profile compared to the broader market.
Performance
SHAPX had a total return of 9.33% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 34.96%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| VQNPX | Vanguard | Vanguard Growth and Income Fund Investor Shares | 0.36% |
| FMGKX | Fidelity | Fidelity Magellan Fund - Class K | 0.40% |
| FMAGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Magellan Fund | 0.47% |
| FEQDX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Hedged Equity Fund - Class C | 1.55% |
| VPMCX | Vanguard | Vanguard PRIMECAP Fund Investor Shares | 0.38% |
Top 10 Holdings
42.30% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 7.32% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 7.10% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 5.58% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 4.64% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 3.63% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 3.25% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 3.15% |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 2.62% |
| Eli Lilly and Company | LLY | 2.51% |
| ASML Holding N.V. | ASML | 2.49% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2025 | $4.89305 | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $3.12282 | Dec 12, 2024 |
| Dec 13, 2023 | $1.28558 | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | $2.38019 | Dec 13, 2022 |
| Dec 3, 2021 | $2.18282 | Dec 3, 2021 |
| Dec 4, 2020 | $1.19221 | Dec 4, 2020 |