American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund (USGFX)
| Fund Assets | 23.07B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.26% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 50.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.54 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.45% |
| Dividend Growth | -0.02% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 12.04 |
| YTD Return | 3.04% |
| 1-Year Return | 1.27% |
| 5-Year Return | -5.56% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.59 |
| 52-Week High | 12.39 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1311 |
| Inception Date | Jan 27, 2017 |
About USGFX
American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund® Class F-3 is a mutual fund focused on providing a high level of current income while emphasizing prudent risk management and the preservation of capital. The fund primarily invests in securities issued or guaranteed by the United States government, including U.S. Treasury bonds and mortgage-backed securities from federal agencies, ensuring minimal credit risk and high liquidity. Notably, the portfolio is heavily weighted toward U.S. government bonds and mortgage-backed obligations, reflecting its mandate for stability and reliability. With an average effective duration of about six years and a yield to worst around 4.1%, the fund is positioned within the intermediate government bond category. It distributes dividends monthly and maintains a competitive expense ratio, appealing to investors seeking consistent income and capital preservation. Managed by a seasoned team with a risk-conscious approach, this fund plays a significant role as a core fixed-income holding for institutional and retail investors alike, offering diversification and stability amid market fluctuations.
Performance
USGFX had a total return of 1.27% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 1.30%.
Top 10 Holdings
27.39% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 8.04% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 11.20.25 | 2.98% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 02.15.28 | 2.66% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.375% | T.4.375 07.31.26 | 2.59% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 10.28.25 | 2.35% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 12.18.25 | 2.12% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.657% | TII.1.625 10.15.29 | 1.98% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.75% | T.3.75 06.30.27 | 1.81% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 12.04.25 | 1.49% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 6.5% | FNCL.6.5 8.11 | 1.37% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.04372 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.04446 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.04485 | Jun 2, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.04531 | May 1, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.04668 | Apr 1, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.04213 | Mar 3, 2025 |