MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund Class R4 (MLVRX)
| Fund Assets | 356.32M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.64% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 25.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.54 |
| Dividend Yield | 12.89% |
| Dividend Growth | 109.43% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 26, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 19.67 |
| YTD Return | 4.89% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.61% |
| 5-Year Return | 67.45% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.13 |
| 52-Week High | 22.19 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 105 |
| Inception Date | Dec 5, 2013 |
About MLVRX
MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund R4 is a mutual fund designed to pursue capital appreciation while seeking to provide a smoother investment experience through reduced volatility. The fund employs a blend of fundamental and quantitative research to evaluate whether a stock’s valuation accurately reflects its growth, return potential, and risk. Its portfolio is constructed with an emphasis on defensive positioning, investing predominantly in equities that are considered attractive, investable, and historically less volatile. The fund aims to deliver a volatility profile lower than its benchmark, the Standard & Poor’s 500 Stock Index, making it appealing to investors seeking equity market exposure with potentially lower swings in value. The fund maintains broad diversification, typically holding over 100 securities with a significant tilt toward large-cap companies. As of May 2025, it had net assets of $354.59 million and held about 99% of its portfolio in equities. Key metrics include a weighted average price-to-earnings ratio of 17.68x and a weighted average long-term earnings growth rate of about 10%. Its portfolio turnover is moderate, supporting efficient management. The MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund R4 plays a critical role for investors and plan sponsors seeking to balance equity growth with a risk-aware approach to market participation.
Performance
MLVRX had a total return of 4.61% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.43%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 85% - Class Z | 0.57% |
| FBRNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Stock Selector Fund - Class I | 0.48% |
| FSSKX | Fidelity | Fidelity Stock Selector Fund - Class K | 0.36% |
| FSJHX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Stock Selector Fund - Class M | 0.98% |
| FEYAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 85% - Class A | 0.94% |
Top 10 Holdings
25.30% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 3.07% |
| McKesson Corporation | MCK | 2.87% |
| TE Connectivity plc | TEL | 2.73% |
| Motorola Solutions, Inc. | MSI | 2.57% |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation | CTSH | 2.50% |
| Teledyne Technologies Incorporated | TDY | 2.45% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 2.39% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.33% |
| Amphenol Corporation | APH | 2.25% |
| General Mills, Inc. | GIS | 2.15% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.06692 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.05881 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $2.35248 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.058 | Sep 27, 2024 |
| Jun 25, 2024 | $0.05211 | Jun 26, 2024 |
| Mar 26, 2024 | $0.05247 | Mar 27, 2024 |