BlackRock Equity Dividend Fund K Shares (MKDVX)
| Fund Assets | 19.70B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.59% |
| Min. Investment | $5,000,000 |
| Turnover | 53.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.16 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.67% |
| Dividend Growth | 1.09% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 22.25 |
| YTD Return | 7.48% |
| 1-Year Return | 26.87% |
| 5-Year Return | 53.63% |
| 52-Week Low | 19.56 |
| 52-Week High | 22.39 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 101 |
| Inception Date | Mar 28, 2016 |
About MKDVX
BlackRock Equity Dividend Fund K Shares is a mutual fund that pursues long-term total return alongside current income by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of high-quality, dividend-paying equity securities. The strategy is managed by a seasoned team at BlackRock, emphasizing companies with a record of stable or growing dividends and solid fundamentals. The fund typically focuses on large-cap U.S. equities but may allocate up to 25% of its assets to foreign issuers, providing a blend of domestic and global exposure. Sector allocations often favor financial services, healthcare, and technology, with the top holdings including major institutions and blue-chip firms. The fund aims to deliver consistent performance within the large value category, balancing capital appreciation with income generation, and appeals to investors seeking steady payouts through quarterly dividend distributions. With a competitive expense ratio and risk profile, the fund occupies a significant role for those seeking to enhance portfolio yield and reduce volatility through established dividend strategies.
Performance
MKDVX had a total return of 26.87% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.86%.
Top 10 Holdings
25.87% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Citigroup Inc. | C | 2.90% |
| BlackRock Liquidity Funds - T-Fund | TSTXX | 2.81% |
| Wells Fargo & Company | WFC | 2.79% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.76% |
| Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. | ICE | 2.67% |
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 005930 | 2.64% |
| BP p.l.c. | BP | 2.49% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 2.40% |
| British American Tobacco PLC ADR | BMTA.DE | 2.27% |
| CVS Health Corporation | CVS | 2.13% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | $0.08603 | Apr 16, 2026 |
| Dec 9, 2025 | $1.3339 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| Oct 9, 2025 | $0.15764 | Oct 10, 2025 |
| Jul 17, 2025 | $0.57796 | Jul 18, 2025 |
| Apr 9, 2025 | $0.08638 | Apr 10, 2025 |
| Dec 10, 2024 | $1.05537 | Dec 11, 2024 |