RILFX

About RILFX

American Funds Inflation Linked Bond Fund Class R-6 is a mutual fund specializing in fixed income securities that are designed to provide both **inflation protection and income**. The fund primarily invests in **inflation-linked bonds** issued by the U.S. Treasury—commonly known as TIPS (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities)—as well as inflation-linked bonds from non-U.S. governments and select high-quality corporate and asset-backed securities. Its strategy requires at least 80% of assets to be held in inflation-linked instruments, with a strong emphasis on government and government-sponsored issuers. Managed by Capital Research and Management Company, the fund follows a disciplined approach aimed at preserving purchasing power during periods of rising inflation. The fund’s portfolio is constructed to maintain high credit quality, focusing on securities rated AA- or better at the time of purchase. The class R-6 shares are tailored for institutional investors, offering a competitive expense ratio and excluding marketing (12b-1) fees. American Funds Inflation Linked Bond Fund Class R-6 plays a significant role in portfolios seeking dampened inflation risk and stable, real returns, making it a key component for investors with long-term goals sensitive to the eroding effects of inflation on fixed income assets.