MFS North Carolina Municipal Bond Fund Class R6 (MPNCX)
| Fund Assets | 539.48M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.52% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 20.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.32 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.56% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.52% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.08 |
| YTD Return | 1.31% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.11% |
| 5-Year Return | 4.59% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.25 |
| 52-Week High | 9.09 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 288 |
| Inception Date | Aug 1, 2017 |
About MPNCX
The MFS North Carolina Municipal Bond Fund R6 is an open-end mutual fund specializing in long-term municipal bonds, primarily issued by entities within North Carolina. Its primary purpose is to deliver current income that is generally exempt from both federal and North Carolina state income taxes, making it particularly relevant for investors seeking tax-advantaged fixed income solutions. The fund predominantly invests in investment-grade municipal securities, though it may allocate a portion of assets to lower-rated or unrated bonds based on fundamental credit analysis. It seeks to enhance total return using sector allocation, security selection, and yield curve positioning techniques, with a focus on double tax-free income potential for North Carolina residents. The fund maintains a diversified portfolio, holding several hundred securities as of recent reporting. As an R6 share class, it is designed for qualified retirement plans or institutional investors and features a competitive expense ratio with no sales charges. The MFS North Carolina Municipal Bond Fund R6 serves an important role in providing municipal market exposure and tax-advantaged income within the U.S. fixed income sector, especially for those with ties to North Carolina.
Performance
MPNCX had a total return of 5.11% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.40%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02766 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02747 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.0269 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02895 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02724 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02726 | Sep 2, 2025 |