American Funds Capital World Growth and Income Fund Class A

Frequently Asked Questions About CWGIX

What does CWGIX invest in?

This fund primarily invests capital in equity securities issued by mature, globally-positioned corporations, many of which possess the ability to distribute dividends. Its international investment approach includes shares denominated in both U.S. dollars and various other global currencies. Under ordinary market conditions, a substantial segment of the portfolio's assets will be allocated to companies based in numerous countries outside the United States, with potential inclusion of issuers from developing markets.

What is the expense ratio of CWGIX?

American Funds Capital World Growth and Income Fund Class A (CWGIX) charges an expense ratio of 0.73%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

What is CWGIX's dividend yield?

CWGIX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 9.31%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

How big is CWGIX?

American Funds Capital World Growth and Income Fund Class A (CWGIX) manages $157.74B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is CWGIX actively managed or an index fund?

CWGIX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was CWGIX launched?

American Funds Capital World Growth and Income Fund Class A (CWGIX) launched in March 1993 and is managed by Capital Group.