MFS Total Return Bond Fund Class B (MRBBX)
| Fund Assets | 8.35B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.35% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 75.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.32 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.29% |
| Dividend Growth | -1.46% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.73 |
| YTD Return | 1.31% |
| 1-Year Return | 7.59% |
| 5-Year Return | -1.54% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.09 |
| 52-Week High | 9.76 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1098 |
| Inception Date | Dec 29, 2000 |
About MRBBX
MFS Total Return Bond Fund Class B is an open-ended mutual fund designed to provide investors with a balance of current income and capital appreciation through a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities. The fund employs a core-plus strategy, investing at least 80% of its assets in a broad range of bonds, including U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and securitized debt, while retaining flexibility to allocate to high-yield or emerging market securities as opportunities arise. Managed by an experienced team that has received strong ratings for their investment process and expertise, the fund seeks to outperform standard bond benchmarks such as the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index. Its holdings are actively selected using a research-driven approach, aiming for consistent returns while managing interest rate and credit risk typical for the intermediate core-plus bond category. The fund plays a significant role for investors seeking diversified fixed income exposure within their portfolios, offering a mix of stability, income potential, and modest growth opportunities.
Performance
MRBBX had a total return of 7.59% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.87%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGBPX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class I | 0.50% |
| FSMTX | Fidelity | Fidelity SAI Total Bond Fund | 0.29% |
| FGBCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class C | 1.52% |
| FGBTX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Investment Grade Bond Fund - Class M | 0.74% |
| FTKFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Total Bond K6 Fund | 0.30% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.02646 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02877 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02643 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.0265 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02656 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02658 | Sep 2, 2025 |