MML Barings Inflation-Protected and Income Fund Class R3 (MIPNX)
| Fund Assets | 203.96M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.19% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.28 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.06% |
| Dividend Growth | -11.44% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.14 |
| YTD Return | 0.76% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.09% |
| 5-Year Return | 3.02% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.07 |
| 52-Week High | 9.38 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.25 |
| Holdings | 212 |
| Inception Date | Dec 31, 2003 |
About MIPNX
The MassMutual Inflation-Protected and Income Fund Class R3 is a mutual fund that primarily seeks to protect investors from the eroding effects of inflation while generating income. Its core strategy is to invest at least 80% of its net assets in inflation-indexed bonds—primarily those issued by the U.S. Treasury, but also including other income-producing securities. This fund is particularly designed for retirement accounts and institutional investors, often offering relatively lower fees associated with Class R3 shares. It falls within the inflation-protected bond category, aiming for returns that adjust in line with inflation by investing in securities whose principal or interest payments move with changes in inflation metrics. The fund plays an important role in diversified fixed income portfolios, offering a hedge against rising prices while providing steady income, and is utilized by investors seeking capital preservation and moderate growth in inflationary environments.
Performance
MIPNX had a total return of 3.09% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.76%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
108.09% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Bgs44ffa0 Trs Usd R F .00000 Trs Rf Index | n/a | 39.88% |
| Bgs4bapk0 Trs Usd R F .00000 Trs Rf Index | n/a | 26.01% |
| Bgs40xld2 Trs Usd R F .00000 Trs Rf Index | n/a | 13.27% |
| Bgs4ef700 Trs Usd R F .00000 Trs Rf Index | n/a | 8.94% |
| Bgs30e4s2 Irs Usd R V 12muscpi Bgs30e4u7 Ccpinflationzero | n/a | 5.49% |
| Bgs2qlxm1 Irs Usd R V 12muscpi Bgs2qlxp4 Ccpinflationzero | n/a | 4.22% |
| COLT 2022-1 MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2.284% | COLT.2022-1 A1 | 3.06% |
| ERAC USA Finance LLC 0% | n/a | 2.41% |
| Phillips 66 0% | n/a | 2.41% |
| The Sherwin-Williams Company 0% | n/a | 2.41% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.02759 | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.02566 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.01648 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.00968 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0242 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02097 | Dec 1, 2025 |