MFS Lifetime 2040 Fund Class C (MLFCX)
| Fund Assets | 844.46M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.56% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 13.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.39 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.67% |
| Dividend Growth | 65.01% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 20.77 |
| YTD Return | 3.73% |
| 1-Year Return | 14.64% |
| 5-Year Return | 42.41% |
| 52-Week Low | 16.04 |
| 52-Week High | 21.00 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 29 |
| Inception Date | Sep 29, 2005 |
About MLFCX
MFS Lifetime 2040 Fund Class C is a target-date mutual fund designed to help investors accumulate assets for retirement, with a time horizon extending to the year 2040. The fund’s primary function is to provide a diversified portfolio that automatically adjusts its allocation over time, gradually shifting from a growth-oriented mix to a more conservative one as the target retirement date approaches. It invests across multiple asset classes, including domestic and international equities, fixed income securities, and cash equivalents, aiming to manage both growth potential and risk throughout the life cycle of the investment. This fund serves individuals planning for retirement around 2040, offering a single investment solution where professional portfolio managers periodically rebalance assets to correspond with the evolving risk profile of investors approaching retirement. MFS Lifetime 2040 Fund Class C plays a significant role in the financial market by facilitating long-term retirement planning through professionally managed and dynamically adjusted investments, catering specifically to those seeking a streamlined path toward their retirement goals.
Performance
MLFCX had a total return of 14.64% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.56%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTFFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2040 Fund - Class M | 1.24% |
| FCFFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2040 Fund - Class C | 1.74% |
| FAFFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2040 Fund - Class A | 0.99% |
| FIJPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2040 Fund - Class Z | 0.64% |
| FIFFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2040 Fund - Class I | 0.74% |
Top 10 Holdings
55.12% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| MFS Blended Research Mid Cap Equity Fund R6 | BMSYX | 8.85% |
| MFS Blended Research International Equity Fund Class R6 | BRXVX | 8.61% |
| MFS Inflation-Adjusted Bond Fund Class R6 | MIAKX | 5.10% |
| MFS Value Fund Class R6 | MEIKX | 4.94% |
| MFS Blended Research Value Equity Fund Class R6 | BRUNX | 4.94% |
| MFS Research Fund Class R6 | MFRKX | 4.57% |
| MFS Blended Research Core Equity Fund Class R6 | MUEVX | 4.56% |
| MFS Growth Fund Class R6 | MFEKX | 4.56% |
| MFS Blended Research Growth Equity Fund Class R6 | BRWVX | 4.55% |
| MFS Mid Cap Value Fund Class R6 | MVCKX | 4.43% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2025 | $1.39109 | Dec 24, 2025 |
| Dec 26, 2024 | $0.84303 | Dec 27, 2024 |
| Dec 27, 2023 | $0.47107 | Dec 28, 2023 |
| Dec 28, 2022 | $0.88878 | Dec 29, 2022 |
| Dec 28, 2021 | $1.6037 | Dec 29, 2021 |
| Dec 29, 2020 | $0.35312 | Dec 30, 2020 |