Since 1931, Capital Group, home of American Funds, has focused on delivering superior results for long-term investors using high-conviction portfolios, rigorous research and individual accountability. As of 31 December 2018 the firm managed more than USD1.6trn in equity and fixed income assets for millions of individual and institutional investors around the world. The Capital Group companies manage equity assets through three investment groups. These groups make investment and proxy voting decisions independently.