About MRSRX
MFS Research International Fund Class R2 is an actively managed international equity mutual fund focused on seeking capital appreciation through investments primarily in foreign equity securities, including emerging markets. The fund employs a research-driven, analyst-led approach to stock selection that emphasizes company-specific analysis rather than country-specific exposure. It maintains a broadly diversified portfolio across sectors, industries, styles, and market capitalizations, aiming to deliver core international stock exposure. The fund benchmarks against the MSCI EAFE Index, encompassing developed markets in Europe, Australasia, and the Far East. With a long track record since its inception in 1997 and Class R2 shares introduced in 2003, it serves investors looking for diversified international equity growth. Its portfolio typically includes significant holdings across regions such as Japan, the United Kingdom, France, and Switzerland, reflecting a wide geographic reach. The fund's strategic focus on global equities and comprehensive research process positions it as a significant player in international investment management.
Fund Family MFS
Category Foreign Large Blend
Performance Rating Below Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange Nasdaq
Ticker Symbol MRSRX
Share Class R2
Index MSCI EAFE NR USD
MRSRX had a total return of 13.90% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 6.63%.
