MFS Research International Fund Class R3 (MRSHX)
| Fund Assets | 17.10B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.98% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 17.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.40 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.59% |
| Dividend Growth | 21.58% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 25.49 |
| YTD Return | 15.13% |
| 1-Year Return | 8.94% |
| 5-Year Return | 42.53% |
| 52-Week Low | 21.05 |
| 52-Week High | 25.77 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 119 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MRSHX
MFS Research International Fund Class R3 is an actively managed mutual fund specializing in foreign equities. Its primary objective is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of international stocks, spanning developed and emerging markets outside the United States. The fund distinguishes itself through its core, analyst-driven approach, employing rigorous, company-specific research rather than focusing solely on country or sector allocations. This strategy results in a broad mix of holdings across various industries, styles, and market capitalizations, aiming to balance growth and value exposures within the foreign large blend category. The fund tracks the MSCI EAFE Index as its benchmark, reflecting a commitment to providing access to global market leaders in regions such as Europe, Australasia, and the Far East. With a substantial asset base and a turnover ratio that suggests a longer-term investment horizon, MFS Research International Fund Class R3 serves as a core international equity option for retirement plans and institutional investors seeking diversified exposure to non-U.S. markets.
Performance
MRSHX had a total return of 8.94% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.20%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FZAIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Discovery Fund - Class Z | 0.50% |
| SWMIX | Schwab | Schwab International Opportunities Fund | 0.85% |
| FAERX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Overseas Fund - Class M | 1.28% |
| FAOCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Overseas Fund - Class C | 1.81% |
| FIGRX | Fidelity | Fidelity International Discovery Fund | 0.58% |
Top 10 Holdings
22.54% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Schneider Electric S.E. | SU | 3.29% |
| Roche Holding AG | ROG | 2.58% |
| Linde plc | LIN | 2.55% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 6501 | 2.46% |
| Nestlé S.A. | NESN | 2.29% |
| NatWest Group plc | NWG | 1.93% |
| Euronext N.V. | ENX | 1.92% |
| Barclays PLC | BARC | 1.91% |
| Currency Cash CASH_USD | n/a | 1.91% |
| Novo Nordisk A/S | NOVO.B | 1.71% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2024 | $0.40462 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2023 | $0.33281 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| Dec 6, 2022 | $0.27472 | Dec 7, 2022 |
| Dec 7, 2021 | $0.26195 | Dec 8, 2021 |
| Dec 8, 2020 | $0.15706 | Dec 9, 2020 |
| Dec 10, 2019 | $0.31923 | Dec 10, 2019 |