MML Barings Diversified Bond Fund Class I (MDBZX)
| Fund Assets | 71.34M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 265.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.37 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.03% |
| Dividend Growth | -2.24% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.16 |
| YTD Return | 0.26% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.86% |
| 5-Year Return | 0.20% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.74 |
| 52-Week High | 9.31 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 283 |
| Inception Date | Dec 3, 2010 |
About MDBZX
MassMutual Diversified Bond Fund Class I is a mutual fund focused on providing investors with diversified exposure to the U.S. bond market. Its primary objective is to generate income and preserve capital by investing in a broad array of fixed-income securities. The fund maintains a portfolio duration closely aligned with major bond market benchmarks, reflecting a balanced approach to interest rate risk management, with a recent average duration of approximately 5.66 years. Notable features include its allocation across government, corporate, and asset-backed securities, which supports diversification within the fixed-income sector. The fund is designed to serve institutional investors, retirement accounts, and financial intermediaries seeking stable returns and consistent income distributions, as reflected by its recent 12-month dividend yield near 4.58%. With a history dating back to its 1999 inception and an expense ratio around 0.59–0.61%, the fund plays a significant role for those seeking a disciplined, diversified core bond holding within a broader investment portfolio.
Performance
MDBZX had a total return of 5.86% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 1.99%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGBPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
| FSMTX | Fidelity | Fidelity SAI Total Bond Fund | 0.29% |
| FGBCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class C | 1.52% |
| FGBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class M | 0.74% |
| FTKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Total Bond K6 Fund | 0.30% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.03623 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03245 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.032 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03548 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.03133 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03368 | Nov 3, 2025 |