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New Perspective Fund, Class A S

ANWPX
World Large Stock
American Funds

The fund seeks to take advantage of investment opportunities generated by changes in global trade patterns and economic and political relationships by investing in common stocks of companies located around the world. In pursuing its investment objective, it invests primarily in common stocks that the investment adviser believes have the potential for growth.

Expense Ratio
0.01%
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5-Year Return
+12.68%
How to read fund performance
Volatility
+15.51%
What is volatility?
Total Assets
$152.7K
Performance History
1-Year Return+19.23%
3-Year Return+22.58%
5-Year Return+12.68%
10-Year Return+424.09%
Fund Details
Minimum Investment$250
Fund ManagerAmerican Funds Management Team
Inception Date2008-07-31
Assets Under Management$152,731 M
Data Last UpdatedApr 13, 2026
How to Invest in ANWPX

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Top Holdings

METAMeta Platforms Inc Class A
0.00%
2330.TWTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd
0.00%
MSFTMicrosoft Corp
0.00%
AVGOBroadcom Inc
0.00%
TSLATesla Inc
0.00%
NVDANVIDIA Corp
0.00%
LLYEli Lilly and Co
0.00%
AZN.LAstraZeneca PLC
0.00%
GOOGAlphabet Inc Class C
0.00%

Top holdings shown as percentage of fund assets. Data sourced from fund filings. Holdings may change over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ANWPX?

ANWPX is the ticker symbol for New Perspective Fund, Class A S, a World Large Stock mutual fund managed by American Funds. The fund seeks to take advantage of investment opportunities generated by changes in global trade patterns and economic and political relationships by investing in common stocks of companies located around the world. In pursuing its investment objective, it invests primarily in common stocks that the investment adviser believes have the potential for growth.

What is the expense ratio for ANWPX?

ANWPX 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.

How has ANWPX performed historically?

ANWPX has posted a 1-year return of +19.23%, 3-year return of +22.58%, 5-year return of +12.68%, 10-year return of +424.09%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns are annualized for periods greater than one year.

What is the minimum investment for ANWPX?

ANWPX requires a minimum initial investment of $250. Some brokerages or retirement accounts may waive or reduce this minimum.

Is ANWPX a good investment?

Whether ANWPX is right for you depends on your investment goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Key factors to evaluate include its 0.01% expense ratio, World Large Stock 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.

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