MML Barings Core Bond Fund Class A (MMCBX)
| Fund Assets | 842.30M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.83% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 149.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.37 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.93% |
| Dividend Growth | -0.96% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.95 |
| YTD Return | -0.54% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.99% |
| 5-Year Return | 24.57% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.77 |
| 52-Week High | 9.22 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 401 |
| Inception Date | Jan 1, 1998 |
About MMCBX
The MassMutual Core Bond Fund Class A is an open-ended mutual fund that focuses on providing investors with a high total rate of return while maintaining prudent investment risk and a strong emphasis on the preservation of capital. Its primary strategy is to invest at least 80% of its assets in a diverse portfolio of investment-grade fixed income securities, including U.S. government and corporate bonds. This fund is designed to appeal to those seeking core fixed income exposure within a broad asset allocation, offering consistent monthly dividends as part of its income strategy. Key features of the MassMutual Core Bond Fund Class A include a sizable asset base, a long performance history since inception in 1998, and a portfolio comprised of hundreds of holdings, which contributes to its diversification. While categorized in the intermediate core bond segment, the fund is rated as having above-average risk compared to peers, and it carries a relatively higher expense ratio. Its role in the financial market is to provide investors with a stable, income-oriented bond investment, serving as a foundational component within multi-asset portfolios, retirement accounts, or as a ballast against equity market volatility.
Performance
MMCBX had a total return of 4.99% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.66%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGBPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
| FSMTX | Fidelity | Fidelity SAI Total Bond Fund | 0.29% |
| FGBCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class C | 1.52% |
| FGBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class M | 0.74% |
| FTKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Total Bond K6 Fund | 0.30% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.03087 | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.03212 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.02899 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02932 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03227 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02752 | Dec 1, 2025 |