MFS Conservative Allocation Fund Class B (MACBX)
| Fund Assets | 3.71B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.58% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 5.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.92 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.38% |
| Dividend Growth | -5.81% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 17.04 |
| YTD Return | 1.97% |
| 1-Year Return | 9.03% |
| 5-Year Return | 16.31% |
| 52-Week Low | 14.86 |
| 52-Week High | 17.13 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 22 |
| Inception Date | Jun 28, 2002 |
About MACBX
MFS Conservative Allocation Fund Class B is a mutual fund focused on delivering a high level of total return while maintaining a conservative risk profile compared to other asset allocation funds offered by MFS. The fund employs a diversified approach by allocating assets across a suite of underlying MFS mutual funds, combining exposure to U.S. and international equities, fixed income, and alternative investments such as real estate and commodities. Its primary objective is to balance growth and income through a mix of bonds, value and growth stocks, and other sectors, with a significant emphasis on high-quality fixed income instruments to help limit volatility. The fund’s portfolio construction is based on a strategic, risk-based process, utilizing both disciplined quantitative analysis and active management to guide asset allocations. Regular rebalancing and robust multi-level risk management are core features, designed to keep the risk-return profile consistent with its conservative mandate. MFS Conservative Allocation Fund Class B serves investors seeking diversification and reduced risk within a single investment, making it suitable for those prioritizing capital preservation and moderate appreciation over aggressive growth.
Performance
MACBX had a total return of 9.03% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.64%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTIWX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 20% - Class I | 0.52% |
| FTTNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 30% - Class M | 1.04% |
| FCANX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 30% - Class C | 1.54% |
| FTAWX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 20% - Class A | 0.77% |
| FIKWX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 30% - Class Z | 0.48% |
Top 10 Holdings
76.01% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| MFS Total Return Bond Fund Class R6 | MRBKX | 14.55% |
| MFS Limited Maturity Fund Class R6 | MQLKX | 10.04% |
| MFS Inflation-Adjusted Bond Fund Class R6 | MIAKX | 10.03% |
| MFS Government Securities Fund Class R6 | MFGKX | 9.95% |
| MFS Global Opportunistic Bond Fund Class R6 | MGBOX | 6.97% |
| MFS Value Fund Class R6 | MEIKX | 5.99% |
| MFS Research Fund Class R6 | MFRKX | 5.24% |
| MFS Growth Fund Class R6 | MFEKX | 5.23% |
| MFS High Income Fund Class R6 | MHIKX | 4.02% |
| MFS Mid Cap Value Fund Class R6 | MVCKX | 3.98% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2025 | $0.75054 | Dec 24, 2025 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.07529 | Sep 26, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.0561 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.03793 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 26, 2024 | $0.79649 | Dec 27, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.08513 | Sep 27, 2024 |