MML Barings Diversified Bond I (MDBZX)
| Fund Assets | 70.57M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| Min. Investment | $100,000 |
| Turnover | 265.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.42 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.59% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.77% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.26 |
| YTD Return | 3.01% |
| 1-Year Return | 7.51% |
| 5-Year Return | -0.14% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.97 |
| 52-Week High | 9.31 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.19 |
| Holdings | 341 |
| 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 7.51% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.13%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | $0.04544 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 | $0.03796 | May 29, 2026 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.04009 | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.03623 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03245 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.032 | Feb 2, 2026 |