American Funds Bond Fund of America A (ABNDX) a Zacks Ranked #2 (Buy) was incepted in May 1974 and is managed by Capital Research and Management Company. The objective of ABNDX is to seek high level of current income as is consistent with preservation of capital. ABNDX invests in corporate debt securities, U.S. and other government securities, mortgage-related securities, money market instruments and cash. ABNDX is one of the most broadly diversified fixed-income funds available, giving the fund's managers great flexibility in responding to bond market conditions. American Funds Bond Fund of America A, managed by American Funds, carries an expense ratio of 0.60%. Moreover, ABNDX requires a minimal initial investment of $250. ABNDX has a history of positive total returns for over 10 years. Specifically, the fund’s returns over the 3, 5 year benchmarks; 3 year 2.19% and 5 year 3.58%. To see how this fund performed compared in its category, please click here . ABNDX’s performance, as of the last filing, when compared to funds in its category was in the top 11% in 1 year, top 20% over the past 3 years, and in the 29% over the past 5 years. Zacks Premium To see the Zacks Mutual Fund Rank for the funds you’re interested in —plus, gain access to the Zacks Rank for your stocks and ETFs; Premium Screens; Equity Research Reports; Focus List portfolio of 50-longer-term stocks and more— start your 30-day free trial to Zacks Premium. View All Zacks #1 Ranked Mutual FundsWant the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Get Your Free (ABNDX): Fund Analysis Report To read this article on Zacks.com click here. Zacks Investment Research