MFS Research Fund Class R3 (MFRHX)
| Fund Assets | 7.84B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.77% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 20.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 5.78 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.63% |
| Dividend Growth | 62.15% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 60.35 |
| YTD Return | 5.24% |
| 1-Year Return | 9.20% |
| 5-Year Return | 82.30% |
| 52-Week Low | 48.26 |
| 52-Week High | 65.55 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 108 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MFRHX
The MFS Research Fund - Class R3 is an actively managed mutual fund focused on achieving capital appreciation through investments primarily in equity securities. Designed as a core, analyst-driven stock fund, it employs a sector-diversified approach with the flexibility to invest across a broad range of industries and investment styles. The fund aims to add value by leveraging detailed, bottom-up stock selection rather than relying on sector tilts, maintaining a portfolio that is generally sector-neutral relative to the S&P 500 Index. With origins dating back to 1971, the fund has amassed significant assets under management, reflecting its longevity and presence in the market. The portfolio typically consists of a high allocation to U.S. large-cap stocks and features leading companies across technology, consumer, and industrial sectors. Class R3 shares are structured for eligible investors and do not impose a front-end sales charge. Overall, the MFS Research Fund - Class R3 serves as a diversified, benchmark-aware option for investors seeking long-term growth through disciplined equity selection and sector diversification.
Performance
MFRHX had a total return of 9.20% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.98%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Rutland Square Trust II - Strategic Advisers Large Cap Fund | 0.24% |
| FLCEX | Fidelity | Fidelity Large Cap Core Enhanced Index Fund | 0.39% |
| VQNPX | Vanguard | Vanguard Growth and Income Fund Investor Shares | 0.36% |
| FMGKX | Fidelity | Fidelity Magellan Fund - Class K | 0.40% |
| FMAGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Magellan Fund | 0.47% |
Top 10 Holdings
38.42% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 8.54% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 4.94% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 4.78% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 4.38% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 3.85% |
| Mastercard Incorporated | MA | 3.29% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 2.83% |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 2.49% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 1.92% |
| Salesforce, Inc. | CRM | 1.42% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2024 | $5.78251 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Dec 12, 2023 | $3.5662 | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Dec 8, 2022 | $3.52208 | Dec 9, 2022 |
| Dec 9, 2021 | $3.27704 | Dec 10, 2021 |
| Dec 10, 2020 | $2.59893 | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Dec 12, 2019 | $1.69858 | Dec 12, 2019 |