MFS Corporate Bond Fund Class R4 (MFBJX)
| Fund Assets | 4.52B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.52% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 38.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.60 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.80% |
| Dividend Growth | 3.79% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 12.61 |
| YTD Return | 0.72% |
| 1-Year Return | 7.61% |
| 5-Year Return | 2.38% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.53 |
| 52-Week High | 12.61 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 423 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MFBJX
MFS Corporate Bond Fund Class R4 is a mutual fund that principally targets investment-grade corporate bonds, aiming to deliver a total return with an emphasis on current income, while also seeking capital appreciation. The fund typically allocates at least 80% of its assets to corporate debt instruments, selecting bonds believed to have sound or improving fundamentals, and may also invest in U.S. government and select foreign securities. With assets exceeding $4 billion, the fund places a strong focus on sector and credit research, employing both fundamental and quantitative risk management to construct its portfolio. This approach is designed to add value primarily through credit selection rather than interest rate bets. Notable features include a monthly dividend payout, moderate expense ratio, and above-average historical performance relative to its category, as reflected in risk-adjusted ratings. The fund’s broad holdings span hundreds of issuers across diverse industries, providing diversified exposure to the corporate bond sector. MFS Corporate Bond Fund Class R4 serves as an important vehicle for investors seeking regular income and diversification within the fixed income market, contributing to the liquidity and depth of the corporate credit market.
Performance
MFBJX had a total return of 7.61% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.53%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIKOX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Corporate Bond Fund - Class Z | 0.36% |
| FCCCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Corporate Bond Fund - Class C | 1.54% |
| FCBAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Corporate Bond Fund - Class A | 0.77% |
| FCBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Corporate Bond Fund - Class M | 0.82% |
| FCBIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Corporate Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.05056 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.05055 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.0506 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.0506 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.05058 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.05061 | Sep 2, 2025 |