MFS Utilities Fund Class B (MMUBX)
| Fund Assets | 2.53B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.75% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.63 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.59% |
| Dividend Growth | -38.41% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 26, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 23.87 |
| YTD Return | 8.27% |
| 1-Year Return | 14.07% |
| 5-Year Return | 43.85% |
| 52-Week Low | 20.93 |
| 52-Week High | 25.01 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 73 |
| Inception Date | Sep 7, 1993 |
About MMUBX
MFS Utilities Fund Class B is a mutual fund focused on the utilities sector, seeking to deliver total return by primarily investing in equity securities of both U.S. and non-U.S. public utilities. The fund allocates at least 80% of its assets to companies operating in industries such as electric, gas, and telecommunications, as well as related service providers. Managed by experienced professionals, the strategy includes flexibility to invest in bonds and convertible securities, allowing diversification within its utility-focused mandate. This fund appeals to investors seeking exposure to essential infrastructure industries known for their relative stability and consistent demand. By concentrating on utility stocks with strong growth potential, MFS Utilities Fund Class B plays a distinctive role within the financial market, serving as a vehicle for accessing the defensive characteristics and income-generating qualities of the utilities sector. The fund is benchmarked against the Standard & Poor's 500 Utilities Index and has a long-standing track record since its inception in the early 1990s, evidencing its established presence and significance in sector-based mutual fund investing.
Performance
MMUBX had a total return of 14.07% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.82%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUGIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Utilities Fund - Class I | 0.75% |
| FUGCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Utilities Fund - Class C | 1.77% |
| FIUIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Telecom and Utilities Fund | 0.73% |
| FIKIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Utilities Fund - Class Z | 0.62% |
| FAUFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Utilities Fund - Class M | 1.28% |
Top 10 Holdings
54.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | NEE | 10.71% |
| Constellation Energy Corporation | CEG | 7.62% |
| PG&E Corporation | PCG | 6.34% |
| Xcel Energy Inc. | XEL | 5.06% |
| DTE Energy Company | DTE | 4.67% |
| Sempra | SRE | 4.52% |
| Vistra Corp. | VST | 4.17% |
| The Southern Company | SO | 3.85% |
| Dominion Energy, Inc. | D | 3.73% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | AEP | 3.69% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.05954 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.06088 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $0.45235 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.05526 | Sep 27, 2024 |
| Jun 25, 2024 | $0.08199 | Jun 26, 2024 |
| Mar 26, 2024 | $0.05523 | Mar 27, 2024 |