BlackRock Equity Dividend Fund Investor A Shares (MDDVX)
| Fund Assets | 19.70B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.94% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 53.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.08 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.98% |
| Dividend Growth | 1.08% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 22.11 |
| YTD Return | 7.04% |
| 1-Year Return | 21.54% |
| 5-Year Return | 52.03% |
| 52-Week Low | 19.65 |
| 52-Week High | 22.34 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 101 |
| Inception Date | Oct 21, 1994 |
About MDDVX
BlackRock Equity Dividend Fund Investor A Shares is an actively managed mutual fund that aims to provide investors with long-term total return and a reliable source of current income. The fund primarily invests in high-quality, large-cap U.S. companies that demonstrate strong fundamentals and the potential for sustained dividend growth. Its portfolio is structured to offer exposure to sectors such as financial services, healthcare, technology, and industrials, with notable holdings including Wells Fargo & Co, Citigroup Inc, Microsoft Corp, and CVS Health Corp. By focusing on companies with a track record of paying and growing dividends, the fund seeks to deliver lower volatility compared to broader equity markets, appealing to investors who prefer a combination of capital appreciation and steady income. With an expense ratio of 0.94% and a turnover rate of 41%, the fund is positioned in the large value category, emphasizing value-oriented investment strategies. BlackRock Equity Dividend Fund Investor A Shares plays a significant role for investors seeking diversified equity exposure with an income focus within their broader asset allocation strategies.
Performance
MDDVX had a total return of 21.54% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.73%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWDSX | Schwab | Schwab Dividend Equity Fund™ | 0.89% |
Top 10 Holdings
25.87% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Citigroup Inc. | C | 2.90% |
| BlackRock Liquidity Funds - T-Fund | TSTXX | 2.81% |
| Wells Fargo & Company | WFC | 2.79% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.76% |
| Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. | ICE | 2.67% |
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 005930 | 2.64% |
| BP p.l.c. | BP | 2.49% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 2.40% |
| British American Tobacco PLC ADR | BMTA.DE | 2.27% |
| CVS Health Corporation | CVS | 2.13% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | $0.06773 | Apr 16, 2026 |
| Dec 9, 2025 | $1.31531 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| Oct 9, 2025 | $0.13941 | Oct 10, 2025 |
| Jul 17, 2025 | $0.56069 | Jul 18, 2025 |
| Apr 9, 2025 | $0.06948 | Apr 10, 2025 |
| Dec 10, 2024 | $1.03694 | Dec 11, 2024 |