MFS Government Securities Fund Class R3 (MFGHX)
| Fund Assets | 2.00B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.76% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 195.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.30 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.43% |
| Dividend Growth | -5.08% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.77 |
| YTD Return | 1.21% |
| 1-Year Return | 8.09% |
| 5-Year Return | -2.42% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.19 |
| 52-Week High | 8.80 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 768 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MFGHX
MFS Government Securities Fund Class R3 is an open-end mutual fund focused on generating total return with an emphasis on current income while also considering capital appreciation. Its primary function is to invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities, which may include debt instruments issued by the U.S. Treasury, federal agencies, and government-sponsored entities. The fund emphasizes investment-grade quality and uses a sector rotation strategy, adjusting allocations among various government sectors based on economic indicators, valuations, and prevailing market conditions. With a substantial asset base and a history dating back to 1984, this fund plays a significant role in providing investors broad exposure to the U.S. government bond market, contributing to portfolio diversification and offering a degree of principal stability. Its benchmark is the Bloomberg U.S. Government/Mortgage Bond Index, reflecting its focus on government and mortgage-backed securities. The fund is commonly utilized by investors seeking a combination of income generation and reduced credit risk relative to corporate bonds, due to its concentration on high-grade government fixed income assets.
Performance
MFGHX had a total return of 8.09% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.47%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02495 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02492 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02496 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02498 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02747 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02608 | Sep 2, 2025 |