American Funds Capital World Bond Fund® Class F-3 (WFBFX)
| Fund Assets | 9.87B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.48% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 251.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.62 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.77% |
| Dividend Growth | 18.97% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 13, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 16.52 |
| YTD Return | 6.70% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.28% |
| 5-Year Return | -9.66% |
| 52-Week Low | 15.38 |
| 52-Week High | 16.94 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 2201 |
| Inception Date | Jan 27, 2017 |
About WFBFX
American Funds Capital World Bond Fund F3 is a global fixed-income mutual fund designed to provide investors with a high level of total return through a diversified portfolio of bonds. The fund primarily invests in sovereign and corporate debt securities across more than 60 developed and emerging markets, offering broad geographic exposure. Its holdings include a mix of non-U.S. government and agency securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed securities, U.S. Treasury bonds, and asset-backed obligations, with over 50% of the portfolio allocated to foreign issues, reflecting its global mandate. This fund employs a multimanager approach, with different segments of the portfolio managed by individual managers, each contributing their expertise to the overall strategy. The fund may also use derivatives such as forward currency contracts, futures, and swaps to enhance portfolio flexibility and manage risk. It is structured to appeal to institutional and high-net-worth investors, with an emphasis on credit quality and interest rate sensitivity rated as medium to moderate. With a competitive expense ratio and a track record of prudent investment management, the fund plays a significant role for investors seeking diversified exposure to global bond markets while maintaining a focus on risk management and long-term value.
Performance
WFBFX had a total return of 3.28% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 1.01%.
Top 10 Holdings
15.85% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 4.20% |
| Japan (Government Of) 2.4% | JGB.2.4 03.20.45 192 | 2.99% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 5% | FR.SD4977 | 1.60% |
| Germany (Federal Republic Of) 0% | DBR.0 02.15.30 | 1.35% |
| Secretaria Do Tesouro Nacional 10% | BNTNF.10 01.01.31 NTNF | 1.23% |
| Germany (Federal Republic Of) 2.5% | DBR.2.5 02.15.35 TWIN | 1.08% |
| Canada (Government of) 3.5% | CAN.3.5 03.01.28 | 0.96% |
| Korea (Republic Of) 4.25% | KTB.4.25 12.10.32 3212 | 0.95% |
| France (Republic Of) 0% | FRTR.0 11.25.30 OAT | 0.77% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.625% | T.0.625 05.15.30 | 0.74% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2025 | $0.1699 | Jun 16, 2025 |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $0.1605 | Mar 17, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2024 | $0.1507 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Sep 20, 2024 | $0.1411 | Sep 23, 2024 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.1304 | Jun 17, 2024 |
| Mar 15, 2024 | $0.1309 | Mar 18, 2024 |