American Funds Global Balanced 529-F-3 (FFBGX)

NASDAQ · Mutual Fund · Delayed Price · Currency is USD
41.82
-0.05 (-0.12%)
At close: Apr 27, 2026
14.39%
Fund Assets 30.73B
Expense Ratio 0.52%
Min. Investment $250
Turnover 50.00%
Dividend (ttm) 2.67
Dividend Yield 6.38%
Dividend Growth 21.68%
Payout Frequency Quarterly
Ex-Dividend Date Mar 20, 2026
Previous Close 41.87
YTD Return 4.50%
1-Year Return 22.32%
5-Year Return 35.31%
52-Week Low 37.03
52-Week High 42.34
Beta (5Y) n/a
Holdings 948
Inception Date Oct 30, 2020

About FFBGX

American Funds Global Balanced Fund 529-F-3 is a globally diversified mutual fund that seeks a balanced blend of long-term capital growth, conservation of principal, and current income. Managed by Capital Research and Management Company, the fund follows a flexible portfolio approach, typically maintaining at least 45% of its assets in equities across both domestic and international markets, and at least 25% in bonds and other debt instruments. This structure provides exposure to a broad mix of industries and geographies, helping mitigate volatility and enhance diversification. With holdings in leading global companies and a notable focus on dividend-paying stocks, the fund aims to generate steady income alongside growth potential. Designed for investors seeking global growth and income opportunities in a single, risk-managed portfolio, it holds over 1,000 different securities, making it suited for those looking for comprehensive global allocation. As a 529-specific share class, it can be particularly relevant for education savings strategies, though it also appeals to investors prioritizing balanced risk and return characteristics in global markets.

Fund Family Capital Group
Category Flexible Portfolio
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol FFBGX
Share Class Class 529-f-3
Index MSCI AC World NR USD

Performance

FFBGX had a total return of 22.32% in the past year. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.06%, including dividends.

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

Symbol Share Class Expense Ratio
GFBLX Class F-3 0.47%
RGBGX Class R-6 0.47%
RGBFX Class R-5 0.53%
FFGGX Class 529-f-2 0.57%

Top 10 Holdings

24.66% of assets
Name Symbol Weight
Capital Group Central Cash Fund n/a 7.21%
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited 2330 2.66%
Broadcom Inc. AVGO 2.59%
Canadian Natural Resources Limited CNQ 2.27%
NVIDIA Corporation NVDA 2.08%
Microsoft Corporation MSFT 1.99%
RTX Corporation RTX 1.73%
Eli Lilly and Company LLY 1.42%
Cap Grp Cent Fd Ser Ii CCBFX 1.40%
B3 S.A. - Brasil, Bolsa, Balcão B3SA3 1.32%
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Dividend History

Ex-Dividend Amount Pay Date
Mar 20, 2026 $0.2109 Mar 23, 2026
Dec 19, 2025 $1.9059 Dec 22, 2025
Sep 22, 2025 $0.2277 Sep 23, 2025
Jun 20, 2025 $0.3254 Jun 23, 2025
Mar 21, 2025 $0.2067 Mar 24, 2025
Dec 20, 2024 $1.5279 Dec 23, 2024
Full Dividend History