MML Barings Core Bond A (MMCBX)
| Fund Assets | 797.25M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.827% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 149.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.38 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.33% |
| Dividend Growth | 0.23% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.67 |
| YTD Return | -1.86% |
| 1-Year Return | -1.32% |
| 5-Year Return | 21.16% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.61 |
| 52-Week High | 9.22 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.14 |
| Holdings | 391 |
| 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 -1.32% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.56%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
17.42% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| UMBS, TBA - Uniform Mortgage-Backed Security, TBA | FNCL.2 7.13 | 3.63% |
| Freddie Mac Pool | FR.SD7226 | 2.00% |
| United States Treasury - U.S. Treasury Bonds | T.2.25 08.15.49 | 1.98% |
| United States Treasury - U.S. Treasury Bonds | T.4.25 11.15.40 | 1.79% |
| United States Treasury - U.S. Treasury Notes | T.3.5 02.15.33 | 1.69% |
| UMBS, TBA - Uniform Mortgage-Backed Security, TBA | FNCL.5 7.11 | 1.45% |
| State Street Global Advisors - State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio | n/a | 1.35% |
| EIDP Inc | n/a | 1.18% |
| Becton Dickinson & Co | n/a | 1.18% |
| United States Treasury - U.S. Treasury Bonds | T.4.875 08.15.45 | 1.16% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | $0.036 | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | $0.03632 | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | $0.03121 | Jul 31, 2026 |
| Jun 30, 2026 | $0.03277 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 | $0.02855 | May 29, 2026 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.03087 | Apr 30, 2026 |