The fund invests primarily in common stocks and seeks to invest in companies that appear to offer superior opportunities for growth of capital. It may invest up to 25% of its assets in securities of issuers domiciled outside the United States. The investment adviser uses a system of multiple portfolio managers in managing the fund's assets. Under this approach, the portfolio of the fund is divided into segments managed by individual managers.
American Funds funds can be purchased directly through their website, typically with no transaction fee. Minimum investment: $250.
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The Growth Fund of America Clas
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The Growth Fund of America Clas
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AGTHX is the ticker symbol for The Growth Fund of America Clas, a Large Growth mutual fund managed by American Funds. The fund invests primarily in common stocks and seeks to invest in companies that appear to offer superior opportunities for growth of capital. It may invest up to 25% of its assets in securities of issuers domiciled outside the United States. The investment adviser uses a system of multiple portfolio managers in managing the fund's assets. Under this approach, the portfolio of the fund is divided into segments managed by individual managers.
AGTHX has an expense ratio of 0.01% per year. On a $10,000 investment, that amounts to roughly $1 annually in fund fees. This is considered a very low-cost fund.
AGTHX has posted a 1-year return of +25.03%, 3-year return of +32.16%, 5-year return of +18.27%, 10-year return of +737.91%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns are annualized for periods greater than one year.
AGTHX requires a minimum initial investment of $250. Some brokerages or retirement accounts may waive or reduce this minimum.
Whether AGTHX is right for you depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Key factors to evaluate include its 0.01% expense ratio, Large Growth category exposure, historical returns, and how it fits within your broader portfolio. We recommend comparing it against similar funds in the same category and consulting a qualified financial advisor.
Important: Past performance does not guarantee future results. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Please consult with a financial advisor before making investment decisions.