MFS Utilities Fund Class R3 (MMUHX)
| Fund Assets | 2.53B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.00% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.83 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.47% |
| Dividend Growth | -30.91% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 23.92 |
| YTD Return | 8.25% |
| 1-Year Return | 14.44% |
| 5-Year Return | 48.42% |
| 52-Week Low | 20.98 |
| 52-Week High | 25.09 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 73 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MMUHX
MFS Utilities Fund Class R3 is an actively managed mutual fund focused on the utilities sector. Its primary objective is to achieve a total return by investing at least 80% of its assets in securities issued by companies within the utilities industry, such as electric, gas, and water service providers. The fund also has the flexibility to include bonds and convertible securities in its portfolio, offering diversification within the utility segment. MFS Utilities Fund Class R3 emphasizes companies with robust growth prospects in the utilities space, making it significant for investors seeking exposure to essential service industries that tend to offer stable cash flows. The fund's performance is typically benchmarked against the S&P 500 Utilities Index, and it is suitable for eligible investors interested in a sector-focused strategy with an emphasis on stability and potential income derived from utility holdings. Overall, the fund plays a key role for those aiming to balance risk and return through focused sector investment in the broader equity market.
Performance
MMUHX had a total return of 14.44% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.96%.
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 | $0.11118 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 25, 2025 | $0.10467 | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | $0.50752 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.10639 | Sep 27, 2024 |
| Jun 25, 2024 | $0.12772 | Jun 26, 2024 |
| Mar 26, 2024 | $0.09393 | Mar 27, 2024 |