MFS Global Total Return Fund Class B (MFWBX)
| Fund Assets | 1.30B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.84% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.34 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.43% |
| Dividend Growth | 5.45% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 18.09 |
| YTD Return | 1.57% |
| 1-Year Return | 12.58% |
| 5-Year Return | 22.92% |
| 52-Week Low | 16.13 |
| 52-Week High | 18.94 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 938 |
| Inception Date | Sep 7, 1993 |
About MFWBX
MFS Global Total Return Fund Class B is a diversified mutual fund designed to seek total return by investing in a balanced mix of global equity and fixed income securities. Managed by MFS Investment Management, the fund typically allocates its assets between domestic and international stocks as well as a broad range of debt instruments, which may include corporate bonds, foreign and U.S. government securities, and securitized instruments. This integrated approach aims to provide both above-average income and opportunities for capital appreciation, making the fund relevant for investors pursuing balanced global exposure and risk diversification. With a history dating back to its inception in 1990, the fund is classified within the world allocation sector and has a long-standing record of active management. The fund charges a deferred sales load and an annual expense ratio, and distributes dividends quarterly. Its global, multi-asset composition gives it a meaningful role in portfolio strategies seeking resilience under varying market conditions and economic cycles.
Performance
MFWBX had a total return of 12.58% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.28%.
Top 10 Holdings
17.83% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Year Treasury Note Future Mar 26 | n/a | 4.47% |
| Euro Schatz Future Mar 26 | DUH6 | 2.15% |
| Currency Cash CASH_USD | n/a | 1.69% |
| JPY/USD FWD 20260417 Purchased | n/a | 1.54% |
| NatWest Group plc | NWG | 1.52% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 03.31.30 | 1.35% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 1.34% |
| The Charles Schwab Corporation | SCHW | 1.31% |
| Pfizer Inc. | PFE | 1.28% |
| UBS Group AG | UBSGE | 1.19% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | $0.0107 | Mar 27, 2026 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | $1.184 | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.05148 | Sep 26, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.09849 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.00427 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $1.22548 | Dec 13, 2024 |