MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund Class R6 (MLVTX)
| Fund Assets | 344.39M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.57% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 23.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.77 |
| Dividend Yield | 15.70% |
| Dividend Growth | 9.01% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 17.65 |
| YTD Return | n/a |
| 1-Year Return | 8.14% |
| 5-Year Return | 49.89% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.14 |
| 52-Week High | 20.49 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 105 |
| Inception Date | Dec 5, 2013 |
About MLVTX
MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund Class R5 is a mutual fund focused on capital appreciation while aiming to reduce portfolio volatility compared to broad equity markets. Primarily investing in U.S. large-cap stocks, the fund uses a blend of fundamental and quantitative research to identify companies with attractive valuations, stable growth prospects, and lower volatility profiles. The portfolio is actively managed and diversified, with significant allocations to sectors such as information technology, healthcare, industrials, financials, and consumer staples. Typically, the fund maintains a majority of its assets in U.S. equities, with minimal international and cash exposure. By emphasizing less volatile stocks and a defensive approach, the fund seeks to offer investors a smoother performance experience across market cycles, serving as a core equity holding for those looking to participate in equity market appreciation while managing risk. Class R5 shares are designed for eligible retirement plans and institutional investors, offering competitive expense ratios and no sales charges to support long-term investment strategies.
Performance
MLVTX had a total return of 8.14% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.33%.
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
26.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.50% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 3.46% |
| Teledyne Technologies Incorporated | TDY | 2.91% |
| McKesson Corporation | MCK | 2.82% |
| Analog Devices, Inc. | ADI | 2.70% |
| Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation | CTSH | 2.42% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.33% |
| Amphenol Corporation | APH | 2.13% |
| Merck & Co., Inc. | MRK | 2.09% |
| Visa Inc. | V | 2.01% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | $0.03079 | Mar 27, 2026 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | $2.6033 | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.06543 | Sep 26, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.07096 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.06613 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $2.35734 | Dec 13, 2024 |