MFS Growth Fund Class R1 (MFELX)
| Fund Assets | 40.10B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.61% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 36.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 29.48 |
| Dividend Yield | 31.12% |
| Dividend Growth | 14.74% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 98.36 |
| YTD Return | -13.82% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.44% |
| 5-Year Return | 64.80% |
| 52-Week Low | 94.75 |
| 52-Week High | 141.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 70 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MFELX
MFS Growth Fund Class R1 is a mutual fund focused on capital appreciation through investments in large-cap U.S. growth companies. The fund primarily seeks to identify and invest in businesses with the potential for steady, above-average growth rates that the market may underestimate. Its investment approach emphasizes high-quality companies exhibiting competitive advantages, significant barriers to entry, pricing power, and the ability to expand margins. Position sizing within the portfolio is driven by thorough fundamental analysis and valuation assessments. The fund, established in 1986, manages substantial assets and tracks its performance against the Russell 1000 Growth Index, a benchmark for U.S. large-cap growth stocks. With top holdings in sectors such as technology, consumer cyclical, and communication services—including leading firms like Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Amazon.com—it provides investors with exposure to industry leaders driving U.S. economic growth. Designed for eligible investors, MFS Growth Fund Class R1 does not charge initial sales fees but does include a distribution fee as part of its expense structure. The fund plays a significant role in portfolios seeking long-term growth through large-cap equity exposure.
Performance
MFELX had a total return of 5.44% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 11.45%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
61.42% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 14.78% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 10.45% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 9.16% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 7.31% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 6.71% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 3.30% |
| Mastercard Incorporated | MA | 3.03% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 2.82% |
| GE Vernova Inc. | GEV | 1.96% |
| Amphenol Corporation | APH | 1.91% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | $25.35332 | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $4.12961 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Dec 17, 2024 | $25.50349 | Dec 18, 2024 |
| Jul 31, 2024 | $0.19132 | Aug 1, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2023 | $7.90687 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| Jul 31, 2023 | $0.45192 | Aug 1, 2023 |