MML Barings Infl-Prot and Inc A (MPSAX)

Fund Assets	192.08M
Expense Ratio	0.99%
Min. Investment	$100,000
Turnover	63.00%
Dividend (ttm)	0.31
Dividend Yield	3.49%
Dividend Growth	-5.25%
Payout Frequency	Monthly
Ex-Dividend Date	Sep 30, 2026

Previous Close	8.78
YTD Return	-2.11%
1-Year Return	-2.48%
5-Year Return	4.99%
52-Week Low	8.78
52-Week High	9.40
Beta (5Y)	0.13
Holdings	223
Inception Date	Dec 31, 2003

About MPSAX

The MassMutual Inflation-Protected and Income Fund Class A is a mutual fund focused on providing investors with income and protection from the eroding effects of inflation. Structured as a taxable bond fund, it primarily invests at least 80% of its assets in inflation-indexed bonds, such as Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS), and other income-generating fixed income securities. This approach is designed to help preserve purchasing power in periods of rising consumer prices. The fund holds a diverse portfolio, with approximately 170 holdings, and manages hundreds of millions in assets. In addition to U.S. dollar-denominated bonds, the fund may allocate up to 15% of its assets to non-U.S. dollar securities, offering additional diversification. Launched in 2003 by MassMutual, its primary purpose is to offer steady income while mitigating inflation risk for long-term investors. This fund is relevant for those seeking fixed income exposure that specifically addresses inflation concerns, making it a key option within the broader taxable bond sector.

• Fund Family: MassMutual
• Category: Inflation-Protected Bond
• Performance Rating: Below Average
• Risk Rating: Average
• Stock Exchange: Nasdaq
• Ticker Symbol: MPSAX
• Share Class: Class A
• Index: Bloomberg U.S. TIPS TR

Performance

MPSAX had a total return of -2.48% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.04%.

Equivalent Funds

These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.

Symbol	Provider	Name	Expense Ratio
VAIPX	Vanguard	Vanguard Inflation-Protected Secs Adm	0.10%

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

Symbol	Share Class	Expense Ratio
MIPZX	Class I	0.49%
MIPSX	Class R5	0.59%
MMODX	Class Y	0.59%
MIPYX	Service Class	0.69%

Top 10 Holdings

17.41% of assets

Name	Symbol	Weight
COLT Funding LLC - COLT 2022-1 Mortgage Loan Trust	COLT.2022-1 A1	2.38%
EIDP Inc	n/a	1.96%
Tampa Electric Co	n/a	1.96%
American Honda Finance Corp	n/a	1.95%
Equifax Inc	n/a	1.95%
Becton Dickinson & Co	n/a	1.47%
Penske Truck Leasing Co LP	n/a	1.46%
Spire Inc	n/a	1.46%
Oak Street Investment Grade Net Lease Fund Series 2021-1	OAKIG.2021-1A A1	1.42%
United States Treasury - U.S. Treasury Inflation-Indexed Notes	TII.0.875 01.15.29	1.38%

Dividend History

Ex-Dividend	Amount	Pay Date
Sep 30, 2026	$0.0191	Sep 30, 2026
Aug 31, 2026	$0.01352	Aug 31, 2026
Jul 31, 2026	$0.03279	Jul 31, 2026
Jun 30, 2026	$0.04086	Jun 30, 2026
May 29, 2026	$0.03934	May 29, 2026
Apr 30, 2026	$0.02932	Apr 30, 2026

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Last checked:

Oct 2, 2026

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