MFS Lifetime Income Fund Class B (MLLBX)

Fund Assets	545.15M
Expense Ratio	1.44%
Min. Investment	$1,000
Turnover	5.00%
Dividend (ttm)	0.32
Dividend Yield	2.59%
Dividend Growth	-7.26%
Payout Frequency	Monthly
Ex-Dividend Date	Sep 30, 2026

Previous Close	12.24
YTD Return	1.90%
1-Year Return	2.87%
5-Year Return	10.72%
52-Week Low	12.19
52-Week High	12.83
Beta (5Y)	0.34
Holdings	27
Inception Date	Sep 29, 2005

About MLLBX

The MFS Lifetime Income Fund Class B is a mutual fund designed to support individuals transitioning into or living through retirement. Its primary goal is to seek total return through a blend of current income and capital appreciation. The fund achieves this by investing predominantly in a diversified mix of other MFS mutual funds, creating a conservatively allocated portfolio tailored for those aiming to preserve assets while still maintaining some growth potential. A key characteristic of this fund is its emphasis on fixed income: it typically allocates the majority of its assets to bond funds, providing a reliable income stream and cushioning against market volatility. A smaller allocation remains in equity funds, which allows for continued, albeit moderated, exposure to the growth opportunities of stock markets. The portfolio is routinely rebalanced and managed by an experienced team to maintain its target risk profile as market conditions evolve. This fund is often considered by investors who have already reached their retirement date and seek ongoing diversification, professional management, and a smoother risk profile as they transition from accumulating assets to drawing income. The structure of the fund, along with its diversified sector exposure—including allocations to financials, technology, health care, and industrials—makes it a significant participant in the market for retirement-income-focused investment solutions.

• Fund Family: MFS
• Category: Target-Date Retirement
• Performance Rating: Below Average
• Risk Rating: Average
• Stock Exchange: Nasdaq
• Ticker Symbol: MLLBX
• Share Class: B
• Index: Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond TR

Performance

MLLBX had a total return of 2.87% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.98%.

Equivalent Funds

These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.

Symbol	Provider	Name	Expense Ratio
FAFAX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor Freedom Retirement A	0.71%
FTAFX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor Freedom Retirement M	0.96%
FNSHX	Fidelity	Fidelity Freedom Retirement K	0.42%
FYTKX	Fidelity	Fidelity Freedom Retirement Fund Class K6	0.24%
FFFAX	Fidelity	Fidelity Freedom Retirement Fund	0.45%

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

Symbol	Share Class	Expense Ratio
MLLKX	R6	0.32%
MLLIX	I	0.44%
MLLJX	R4	0.44%
MLLHX	R3	0.69%

Top 10 Holdings

79.46% of assets

Name	Symbol	Weight
MFS Limited Maturity R6	MQLKX	20.06%
MFS Total Return Bond R6	MRBKX	20.05%
MFS Inflation-Adjusted Bond R6	MIAKX	10.03%
MFS Government Securities R6	MFGKX	10.02%
MFS Global Opportunistic Bd R6	MGBOX	7.01%
MFS Blended Research Mid Cap Eq R6	BMSYX	2.97%
MFS Blended Research Intl Eq R6	BRXVX	2.77%
MFS Global Real Estate R6	MGLRX	2.29%
MFS Commodity Strategy R6	MCSRX	2.25%
MFS Blended Research Value Equity R6	BRUNX	2.01%

Dividend History

Ex-Dividend	Amount	Pay Date
Sep 30, 2026	$0.02216	Oct 1, 2026
Aug 31, 2026	$0.01982	Sep 1, 2026
Jul 31, 2026	$0.01981	Aug 3, 2026
Jun 30, 2026	$0.01978	Jul 1, 2026
May 29, 2026	$0.01962	Jun 1, 2026
May 19, 2026	$0.23551	May 20, 2026

Data Sources: Tiingo, Twelve Data, and more

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Last checked:

Oct 16, 2026

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