Federated Hermes Strategic Value Dividend Fund Class C Shares (SVACX)
| Fund Assets | 9.51B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.87% |
| Min. Investment | $1,500 |
| Turnover | 34.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.37 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.35% |
| Dividend Growth | 36.51% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 22, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 6.86 |
| YTD Return | 7.83% |
| 1-Year Return | 19.48% |
| 5-Year Return | 53.40% |
| 52-Week Low | 5.95 |
| 52-Week High | 7.13 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.55 |
| Holdings | 46 |
| Inception Date | Mar 30, 2005 |
About SVACX
Federated Hermes Strategic Value Dividend Fund Class C is a U.S.-based mutual fund specializing in large value equity investments. Its primary aim is to generate both income and long-term capital appreciation by investing mainly in high dividend-paying stocks that also show potential for future dividend growth. The fund targets companies with robust, consistent dividend profiles across diverse sectors, emphasizing those that are less expensive or are experiencing slower growth compared to other large-cap stocks. Notable portfolio holdings frequently include major firms in consumer defensive, utilities, communication services, energy, financial services, and healthcare sectors, reflecting a diversified approach to mitigating risk and capitalizing on stable income streams. With approximately 35% of the portfolio often concentrated in the top ten holdings, the fund is actively managed by an experienced team. Dividends are typically paid monthly. The fund is classified in the Large Value Morningstar category and benchmarks its performance against the S&P 500. Its role in the market is to provide investors with a means of accessing high-yield, relatively stable equities, which can offer competitive returns in strong market environments and potential downside resilience in weaker periods.
Performance
SVACX had a total return of 19.48% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.70%.
Top 10 Holdings
37.00% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| TotalEnergies SE | TTE | 5.15% |
| Chevron Corporation | CVX | 4.09% |
| British American Tobacco p.l.c. | BATS | 3.78% |
| U.S. Bancorp | USB | 3.61% |
| Sanofi | SAN | 3.58% |
| The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. | PNC | 3.57% |
| Enbridge Inc. | ENB | 3.52% |
| Verizon Communications Inc. | VZ | 3.49% |
| Paychex, Inc. | PAYX | 3.13% |
| Truist Financial Corporation | TFC | 3.09% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2026 | $0.0067 | Apr 23, 2026 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | $0.0204 | Mar 24, 2026 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | $0.0078 | Feb 24, 2026 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | $0.0025 | Jan 23, 2026 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | $0.0261 | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Dec 8, 2025 | $0.20202 | Dec 9, 2025 |