American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund® Class F-2 (GVTFX)
| Fund Assets | 23.46B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.36% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 50.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.51 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.23% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.28% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 12.02 |
| YTD Return | -0.16% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.03% |
| 5-Year Return | 0.21% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.79 |
| 52-Week High | 12.25 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1453 |
| Inception Date | Aug 7, 2008 |
About GVTFX
American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund® Class F-2 is an open-end mutual fund specializing in government bond investments. The fund’s primary objective is to provide a high level of current income, aligned with prudent risk management and capital preservation. It achieves this by allocating at least 80% of its assets to securities that are either guaranteed or sponsored by the U.S. government, including U.S. Treasury notes and bonds, as well as agency mortgage-backed securities. The fund notably holds a high concentration in mortgage-backed obligations and U.S. Treasury instruments, reflecting a focus on credit quality and interest rate sensitivity. Serving the intermediate government bond category, it is structured to appeal to investors seeking exposure to U.S. government-backed securities and aiming for monthly income distributions. With a low minimum initial investment and a competitive expense ratio, the fund stands out for its disciplined approach to fixed-income investing and its significant presence in the market, managing assets exceeding $23 billion. Regular monthly dividends and a commitment to high-quality holdings underline its significant role in the fixed-income segment.
Performance
GVTFX had a total return of 4.03% in the past year. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.17%, including dividends.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.04357 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03955 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03871 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.04384 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.04198 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.04351 | Nov 3, 2025 |