American Funds The Bond Fund of America (RBFGX)
| Fund Assets | 93.91B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.24% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 370.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.52 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.55% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.72% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 11.35 |
| YTD Return | 2.64% |
| 1-Year Return | 1.19% |
| 5-Year Return | -4.65% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.00 |
| 52-Week High | 11.73 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.23 |
| Holdings | 5343 |
| Inception Date | May 1, 2009 |
About RBFGX
The Bond Fund of America Class R-6 is an open-end mutual fund that focuses on providing a high level of current income while preserving capital. This fund primarily invests at least 80% of its assets in a broad array of U.S. and non-U.S. bonds and other debt securities, including government, corporate, mortgage-backed, and asset-backed securities. Targeting intermediate core bond exposure, it diversifies holdings across various sectors to manage credit and interest rate risk, making it a cornerstone for investors seeking balanced fixed income exposure. A notable feature of this fund is its emphasis on high credit quality—normally maintaining at least 60% of its assets in investment-grade debt. Limited allocations to below-investment-grade bonds add measured risk for enhanced income potential without compromising its conservative strategy. The fund regularly distributes income monthly, underscoring its focus on generating stable cash flows for shareholders. Managed by a team of portfolio managers with a multi-manager approach, The Bond Fund of America Class R-6 leverages a disciplined investment process and broad diversification. Its large asset base and established history highlight its significance within the mutual fund marketplace as a key vehicle for income-oriented investors and those seeking portfolio diversification with moderate interest rate sensitivity.
Performance
RBFGX had a total return of 1.19% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.84%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGBPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
| FSMTX | Fidelity | Fidelity SAI Total Bond Fund | 0.29% |
| FGBCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Gr Bd C | 1.52% |
| FGBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Gr Bd M | 0.74% |
| FTKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Total Bond K6 Fund | 0.30% |
Top 10 Holdings
15.58% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 7.48% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.75% | T.3.75 06.30.27 | 1.46% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.375% | T.4.375 07.31.26 | 1.40% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 06.30.30 | 1.26% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 2.5% | FNCL.2.5 8.11 | 0.92% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.625% | T.4.625 09.30.30 | 0.65% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 05.31.27 | 0.61% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.75% | T.4.75 05.15.55 | 0.60% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 3.5% | FNCL.3.5 8.11 | 0.60% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.875% | T.4.875 10.31.30 | 0.60% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.04387 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.04261 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.04358 | Jun 2, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.04269 | May 1, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.04369 | Apr 1, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.04044 | Mar 3, 2025 |