MassMutual Blue Chip Growth Fund Class R5 (MBCSX)
| Fund Assets | 2.09B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.75% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 11.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 3.06 |
| Dividend Yield | 12.36% |
| Dividend Growth | -32.70% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 24.76 |
| YTD Return | 7.16% |
| 1-Year Return | 18.50% |
| 5-Year Return | 94.86% |
| 52-Week Low | 18.87 |
| 52-Week High | 25.00 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 98 |
| Inception Date | Jun 1, 2001 |
About MBCSX
The MassMutual Blue Chip Growth Fund Class R5 is a mutual fund focused on achieving long-term capital growth. This fund primarily invests at least 80% of its net assets in the common stocks of large and medium-sized blue chip growth companies, which are typically established firms with a record of steady performance and leadership within their respective industries. Blue chip companies generally offer both stability and the potential for sustained growth, making them a central component of this fund’s strategy. Designed for investors seeking exposure to high-quality growth equities, the fund aims to deliver competitive returns by targeting industry leaders across multiple sectors. With a lower-than-average expense ratio compared to peers, this share class emphasizes cost efficiency while seeking to capitalize on the growth prospects of prominent U.S. companies. The MassMutual Blue Chip Growth Fund Class R5 serves a significant role in diversified portfolios, appealing to those who prioritize long-term appreciation through investments in reputable, growth-oriented firms.
Performance
MBCSX had a total return of 18.50% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.48%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLGEX | Fidelity | Fidelity Large Cap Growth Enhanced Index Fund | 0.39% |
| FBCGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Blue Chip Growth K6 Fund | 0.46% |
| FHOFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Series Large Cap Growth Index Fund | n/a |
| FBGRX | Fidelity | Fidelity Blue Chip Growth Fund | 0.69% |
| FBGKX | Fidelity | Fidelity Blue Chip Growth Fund - Class K | 0.59% |
Top 10 Holdings
55.77% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 9.57% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 8.17% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 7.34% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 6.22% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 5.08% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 4.76% |
| Netflix, Inc. | NFLX | 4.35% |
| Tesla, Inc. | TSLA | 4.05% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.13% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 3.08% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.40726 | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Sep 18, 2024 | $2.65393 | Sep 19, 2024 |
| Dec 13, 2023 | $4.54891 | Dec 14, 2023 |
| Dec 14, 2022 | $2.9843 | Dec 15, 2022 |
| Dec 16, 2021 | $6.31516 | Dec 17, 2021 |
| Dec 14, 2020 | $1.37597 | Dec 15, 2020 |