MFS Arkansas Municipal Bond Fund Class B (MBARX)
| Fund Assets | 142.43M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.45% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 15.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.24 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.65% |
| Dividend Growth | 9.81% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.14 |
| YTD Return | 0.89% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.47% |
| 5-Year Return | -0.21% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.32 |
| 52-Week High | 9.15 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.32 |
| Holdings | 187 |
| Inception Date | Sep 7, 1993 |
About MBARX
MFS Arkansas Municipal Bond Fund Class B is a mutual fund designed to provide investors with income primarily exempt from federal and Arkansas state income taxes. The fund principally invests at least 80% of its assets in municipal bonds and related securities—debt instruments issued by state and local governments or related entities in Arkansas and, to a lesser extent, in other U.S. states. These holdings often finance public projects such as infrastructure, schools, and community developments. The fund places an emphasis on investment-grade securities but can also include a portion of below investment-grade bonds, introducing some credit risk. Distributions are paid monthly, offering steady cash flow to shareholders. The fund employs a strategy that seeks total return with a priority on tax-advantaged income, making it relevant for investors with Arkansas tax exposure. MFS Arkansas Municipal Bond Fund Class B plays a specialized role in the municipal bond market, serving as an option for those seeking diversification within fixed income and aiming for tax efficiency specific to Arkansas residents.
Performance
MBARX had a total return of 4.47% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.12%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02085 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02088 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.01999 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02117 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02011 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02175 | Sep 2, 2025 |