Fund info

American Funds Inflation Linked Bond Fund Class C is a mutual fund focused on providing both inflation protection and income through investments primarily in inflation-linked securities. Managed by Capital Research and Management Company, the fund concentrates its holdings in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS), as well as inflation-linked bonds from non-U.S. governments, select corporate issuers, and related fixed-income instruments. At least 80% of its assets are allocated to inflation-linked bonds and securities either guaranteed or sponsored by the U.S. government, ensuring a strong emphasis on credit quality and stability. The fund is structured for investors aiming to preserve purchasing power in environments where inflation may erode real returns. Its portfolio composition typically includes a high allocation to U.S. government bonds—nearly 88% to U.S. Treasury bonds and notes as of late 2024—complemented by smaller allocations to corporate, non-U.S. government, asset-backed, and mortgage-backed securities. This fund plays a significant role in the market as a choice for conservative investors, retirement portfolios, and others focused on mitigating the risk that inflation poses to fixed income assets.