American Funds The Income Fund of America

Frequently Asked Questions About RIDGX

What does RIDGX invest in?

This fund's principal strategy involves allocating capital predominantly to securities designed to generate income. Such investments typically encompass common stocks that distribute dividends and various types of interest-bearing debt instruments. A significant portion, specifically a minimum of 60%, of the portfolio's total assets is usually committed to common stocks and other equity-related holdings. Furthermore, the fund has the flexibility to allocate up to 30% of its investments to equity or equity-like securities issued by companies situated outside the United States, including those in developing countries.

What is the expense ratio of RIDGX?

American Funds The Income Fund of America (RIDGX) charges an expense ratio of 0.26%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

What is RIDGX's dividend yield?

RIDGX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 9.64%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

How big is RIDGX?

American Funds The Income Fund of America (RIDGX) manages $146.07B 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 RIDGX actively managed or an index fund?

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

When was RIDGX launched?

American Funds The Income Fund of America (RIDGX) launched in May 2009 and is managed by Capital Group.