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FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Reggie Hedgebeth Joins Capital Group as Chief Legal Officer
Capital Group, home of American Funds and one of the world's largest investment management firms, announced today that Reggie Hedgebeth has joined as Chief Legal Officer. Hedgebeth replaces Jim Ryan, who is retiring after 27 years with the firm.
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Marta Zarraga Joins Capital Group as Chief Information Officer
Capital Group, home of American Funds and one of the world's largest investment management firms, announced that Marta Zarraga has joined the firm as Global Chief Information Officer overseeing technology and cyber security.
January 13, 2021
Capital Group to Launch Active ETF Strategies Announces New Head of ETFs to Build and Lead Business
Capital Group, home of the American Funds and one of the world’s largest investment management firms, announced it plans to offer the firm’s first actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
January 6, 2021
Today's events at the U.S. Capitol
The civil unrest on display today at the U.S. Capitol has no place in our democratic society, regardless of our political and ideological divisions. In this moment, we are reminded of the value we place at Capital on a culture in which we treat one another with respect, even when confronted by opposing viewpoints.
December 1, 2020
American Funds selected for Morningstar's "The Thrilling 36" list
Seven American Funds have been included in the Morningstar® FundInvestor℠ “The Thrilling 36” list. Morningstar's review of more than 8,000 mutual funds identified 36 funds screened for criteria that include expense ratio, manager ownership, risk rating, parent rating, and returns.
June 10, 2020
We must do better
All of us at Capital Group mourn the senseless deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor. These are among the latest heartbreaking reminders of the racial disparities that plague our society.
April 30, 2020
Capital Group Launches American Funds Multi-Sector Income FundSM (MSI)
Capital Group, one of the world's largest investment management firms, has announced the launch of a new fixed income fund, American Funds Multi-Sector Income FundSM. Capital Group manages $365 billion in fixed income assets.*
March 19, 2020
American Funds selected for Morningstar's "The Thrilling 34" list
Eight American Funds have been included in the Morningstar® Fund Spy “The Thrilling 34” list. Morningstar’s review of 8,000 mutual funds identified 34 funds screened for criteria that include expenses, manager ownership, returns, parent rating and risk ratings.
March 6, 2020
American Funds® From Capital Group® Wins 13 Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards
Fund family brings home multiple awards for 12th consecutive year
September 3, 2019
Capital Group launches first brand campaign in 87-year history
Capital Group, home of American Funds®, and one of the world’s oldest and largest investment management organizations with more than $1.9 trillion in assets under management, debuted its first brand marketing and television campaign in the company’s 87-year history today.
December 6, 2018
Americans Would Rather Talk About Anything besides Money, Capital Group Survey Finds
People would rather talk about anything other than money, including marriage problems, mental illness, drug addiction, race, sex, politics and religion. In a survey of 1,202 American adults conducted by Capital Group, home of American Funds, and one of the world's leading investment management firms, survey participants ranked financial topics such as household earnings, retirement savings, debt and inheritances as the most taboo topics of discussion.
October 23, 2018
Picturing Life in Retirement Can Motivate Increased Savings, New Survey Finds
A large majority of Americans agree they need to save more and invest better to prepare for retirement, but new research reveals one action that may make all of the difference. When people envision how they want to live in their retirement years, they are motivated to save more.
September 20, 2018
American Funds selected for Morningstar’s “28 Terrific Funds” list
8 American Funds included in Morningstar’s fund review
July 25, 2018
Parents Share Wisdom About Money, Saving and Investing With Their Children
Most Americans who are investing for retirement today wish that someone had shared financial advice with them at an earlier age, according to a survey of 1,202 investors conducted by Capital Group, home of American Funds®, and one of the world's leading investment management firms.
July 17, 2018
American Funds Launches ABLEAmerica®, a Tax-Advantaged Savings Plan for Disability Expenses
American Funds, a family of mutual funds from Capital Group, one of the world’s largest investment management firms, announced the launch of ABLEAmerica®, a new tax-advantaged savings plan, the first ABLE plan available through financial advisors for individuals with disabilities and their families.
February 28, 2018
American Funds Wins Multiple Lipper Awards for 10 Consecutive Years
Nine Lipper Awards in total for American Funds Target Date Retirement Series®, New Perspective Fund® and American Funds Mortgage Fund®
December 11, 2017
Capital Group Named a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor
Capital Group, home of American Funds, has been honored with Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Award, recognizing the Best Places to Work in 2018 among large U.S. companies.
December 8, 2017
Gary Veerman Joins Capital Group as Head of LDI Solutions
LOS ANGELES — Capital Group, home of the American Funds and one of the world’s largest investment management firms, announced today that Gary Veerman will be joining the firm as head of liability-driven investing (LDI) solutions.
December 6, 2017
Baby Boomer Investors Say to Expect the Unexpected When It Comes to Retirement
Baby Boomers are learning to expect the unexpected as they transition into retirement, according to a survey of 1,200 investors conducted by Capital Group, home of the American Funds®.
October 17, 2017
Women Investors Buck Stereotypes: A Powerful Yet Misunderstood Economic Force
Women investors are highly engaged in financial decisions, contribute meaningfully to household income and assets, and expect their investments to work hard for them, according to a survey of 1,200 investors conducted by Capital Group, home of the American Funds®.
August 29, 2017
Millennials Demand More From Employers and Investments
Nine out of 10 Millennials are saving for retirement, according to a survey of 1,200 investors issued today by Capital Group, home of American Funds® and one of the world’s leading investment management firms. When it comes to their choices of employers and investments, compared to Baby Boomers, Millennials are looking for new workforce benefits and companies that deliver financial and social value.
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Capital Group at a glance
About us: Capital Group is a privately held company and is the home of American Funds®, a family of more than 40 mutual funds. Our investment philosophy is based on bottom-up portfolio management and in-house research to achieve long-term investment results.
Headquarters: Los Angeles
Founded: 1931
Assets Under Management: More than US $2.1 trillion (September 30, 2020)
Employees: More than 7,800 (December 31, 2019)
Services: Capital Group offers a range of products, including more than 40 mutual funds, known as the American Funds®, as well as separately managed accounts, (collective investment trusts), and high net worth investment services.
Investments are not FDIC-insured, nor are they deposits of or guaranteed by a bank or any other entity, so they may lose value.
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