American Funds Intermediate Bond Fund of America® Class R-1 is a fixed-income mutual fund designed to offer a diversified approach to the U.S. bond market. Its primary function is to invest predominantly in investment-grade, dollar-denominated bonds with intermediate maturities, aiming to balance current income with the preservation of capital and moderate interest rate risk. A significant share of the portfolio is allocated to sectors such as mortgage-backed obligations, U.S. Treasury bonds and notes, corporate bonds, and asset-backed obligations, providing exposure across key segments of the fixed-income market. The fund’s holdings emphasize quality and diversification—approximately 37% is invested in mortgage-backed securities, and over 25% in U.S. Treasury debt, complemented by corporate and asset-backed instruments. By focusing exclusively on investment-grade securities, the fund seeks to reduce default risk while also offering diversification benefits for investors seeking to offset equity market volatility. Managed with an awareness of interest rate fluctuations, this fund plays an important role for those seeking relative stability and income generation in their fixed-income allocations.
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