MFS Limited Maturity Fund Class B (MQLBX)
| Fund Assets | 3.32B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.33% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 37.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.21 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.60% |
| Dividend Growth | 6.44% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 5.91 |
| YTD Return | 0.64% |
| 1-Year Return | 5.29% |
| 5-Year Return | 8.93% |
| 52-Week Low | 5.63 |
| 52-Week High | 5.92 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 381 |
| Inception Date | Sep 7, 1993 |
About MQLBX
MFS Limited Maturity Fund Class B is an open‑end mutual fund focused on short‑term fixed income. Its primary objective is total return with an emphasis on current income while also considering capital preservation, positioning it as a conservative option within the bond category. The strategy primarily invests in debt instruments, including U.S. government securities and corporate bonds, with a limited maturity profile that aims to reduce interest‑rate sensitivity relative to intermediate and long‑duration peers. The portfolio is predominantly bond‑heavy, with minimal cash and other holdings, reflecting its income‑oriented mandate. By concentrating on shorter‑dated securities, the fund seeks to balance yield generation with lower volatility, offering a potential stabilizer within diversified allocations that require steady income and limited duration risk. Managed by MFS, the fund provides ongoing professional credit research and risk management, emphasizing quality and liquidity across market cycles. This profile makes MFS Limited Maturity Fund Class B relevant for investors prioritizing consistent income, modest price fluctuations, and preservation‑minded total return within the fixed income landscape.
Performance
MQLBX had a total return of 5.29% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.60%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FBNTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Short-Term Bond Fund - Class M | 0.51% |
| FBNAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Short-Term Bond Fund - Class A | 0.50% |
| FBNIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Short-Term Bond Fund - Class I | 0.30% |
| FANCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Short-Term Bond Fund - Class C | 1.36% |
| FIKTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Short-Term Bond Fund - Class Z | 0.25% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.01774 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.01873 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.01876 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.01873 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.01873 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.01775 | Sep 2, 2025 |