MFS Equity Income Fund (EQNAX)
| Fund Assets | 683.07M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.89% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 40.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.24% |
| Dividend Growth | 60.48% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 25, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 23.58 |
| YTD Return | 13.29% |
| 1-Year Return | 12.10% |
| 5-Year Return | 96.67% |
| 52-Week Low | 18.48 |
| 52-Week High | 23.96 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 101 |
| Inception Date | Sep 27, 2012 |
About EQNAX
MFS Equity Income Fund Class A is an actively managed mutual fund focused on achieving total return through both current income and capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in dividend-paying equity securities, with at least 80% of its net assets typically allocated to stocks. It employs a rigorous investment process that blends detailed fundamental research with quantitative analysis, considering more than 5,000 securities to identify companies with robust dividend yields and strong long-term growth prospects. The portfolio generally consists of large-cap companies, as indicated by a high weighted average market capitalization, and maintains broad diversification across 92 holdings. With a significant emphasis on companies that offer high relative dividend yields or possess potential for sustained capital appreciation, the fund serves investors seeking exposure to quality equity income investments. MFS Equity Income Fund Class A plays a notable role in the market by providing access to a blend of income generation and growth, reflecting the broader trends and risk profiles of the U.S. equity landscape.
Performance
EQNAX had a total return of 12.10% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 11.28%.
Top 10 Holdings
19.69% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Popular, Inc. | BPOP | 2.22% |
| AbbVie Inc. | ABBV | 2.13% |
| Wells Fargo & Company | WFC | 2.04% |
| Northern Trust Corporation | NTRS | 2.04% |
| Portland General Electric Company | POR | 2.00% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 1.95% |
| Pfizer Inc. | PFE | 1.90% |
| Citigroup Inc. | C | 1.84% |
| Equitable Holdings, Inc. | EQH | 1.80% |
| The Home Depot, Inc. | HD | 1.76% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.11059 | Sep 26, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.11674 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.05918 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $1.02347 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.10127 | Sep 27, 2024 |
| Jun 25, 2024 | $0.11629 | Jun 26, 2024 |