MFS Pennsylvania Municipal Bond Fund Class A (MFPAX)

NASDAQ · Mutual Fund · Delayed Price · Currency is USD
9.62
-0.03 (-0.31%)
At close: Jul 8, 2026
Fund Assets194.75M
Expense Ratio0.69%
Min. Investment$1,000
Turnover8.00%
Dividend (ttm)0.33
Dividend Yield3.30%
Dividend Growth5.05%
Payout FrequencyMonthly
Ex-Dividend DateJun 30, 2026
Previous Close9.65
YTD Return2.28%
1-Year Return7.22%
5-Year Return2.94%
52-Week Low9.15
52-Week High9.71
Beta (5Y)0.06
Holdings247
Inception DateFeb 1, 1993

About MFPAX

The MFS Pennsylvania Municipal Bond Fund Class A is a municipal bond mutual fund focused on generating a total return with an emphasis on income that is generally exempt from both federal and Pennsylvania state personal income taxes. The fund primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of municipal securities issued by entities within Pennsylvania, such as state agencies, educational institutions, and local authorities. Its portfolio targets long-, intermediate-, and short-duration bonds, providing exposure to various segments within the municipal debt market. This focus makes the fund particularly relevant to Pennsylvania residents seeking tax-efficient income solutions. Managed by an experienced team, the fund places priority on credit quality and income stability, while also considering capital appreciation. The fund's annual expense ratio and yield are key factors for investors, and it pays dividends annually. It tracks the performance of relevant municipal indices and maintains a measured allocation among its top holdings, avoiding excessive concentration in any single issuer. As part of the broader municipal bond market, the fund plays a role in financing public projects within Pennsylvania and offers a tax-advantaged fixed income option tailored for residents of the state.

Fund Family MFS
Category Muni Pennsylvania
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol MFPAX
Share Class A
Index Bloomberg Municipal Bond TR

Performance

MFPAX had a total return of 7.22% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.22%.

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

SymbolShare ClassExpense Ratio
MPPAXR60.52%
MPALXI0.59%
MBPAXB1.44%

Dividend History

Ex-DividendAmountPay Date
Jun 30, 2026$0.02794Jul 1, 2026
May 29, 2026$0.02862Jun 1, 2026
Apr 30, 2026$0.02773May 1, 2026
Mar 31, 2026$0.02856Apr 1, 2026
Feb 27, 2026$0.02564Mar 2, 2026
Jan 30, 2026$0.02814Feb 2, 2026
Full Dividend History