MFS Total Return R4 (MSFJX)

Fund Assets	7.06B
Expense Ratio	0.46%
Min. Investment	$0.00
Turnover	41.00%
Dividend (ttm)	0.55
Dividend Yield	2.77%
Dividend Growth	0.95%
Payout Frequency	Monthly
Ex-Dividend Date	Sep 30, 2026

Previous Close	19.81
YTD Return	5.05%
1-Year Return	7.85%
5-Year Return	38.43%
52-Week Low	19.21
52-Week High	20.72
Beta (5Y)	0.62
Holdings	978
Inception Date	Apr 1, 2005

About MSFJX

MFS Total Return Fund Class R4 is a balanced mutual fund designed to achieve total return by investing in a diversified mix of equities and fixed income securities. The fund typically allocates approximately 60% of its portfolio to stocks, primarily large-cap, attractively valued companies, and 40% to generally investment-grade bonds, enabling a blend of growth potential and income generation. Its investment strategy emphasizes a conservative approach, seeking to balance capital appreciation with steady income. MFS Total Return Fund Class R4 is managed with an eye toward risk-adjusted results, using a combination of macroeconomic insights and fundamental research to drive security selection and allocation decisions. Notably, the fund is structured to provide broad diversification across asset classes, making it suitable for investors aiming for moderate growth with controlled risk over the long term. The fund is distinguished by its competitive expense ratio, no sales charges for Class R4 shares, and a monthly distribution schedule, enhancing its appeal for retirement plans and institutional accounts. Established in 2005, the fund plays a significant role as a core holding for investors seeking a balanced solution within the mutual fund universe.

• Fund Family: MFS
• Category: Allocation--50% to 70% Equity
• Performance Rating: Average
• Risk Rating: Below Average
• Stock Exchange: Nasdaq
• Ticker Symbol: MSFJX
• Share Class: R4
• Index: S&P 500 TR

Performance

MSFJX had a total return of 7.85% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.67%.

Equivalent Funds

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

Symbol	Provider	Name	Expense Ratio
FSCNX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 60% C	1.69%
FFTMX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 50% M	1.12%
FSATX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 60% M	1.20%
SWCGX	Schwab	Schwab MarketTrack Conservative Portfolio™	0.49%
SWBGX	Schwab	Schwab MarketTrack Balanced Portfolio™	0.49%

Other Share Classes

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

Symbol	Share Class	Expense Ratio
MSFKX	R6	0.40%
MTRIX	I	0.47%
MSFRX	A	0.72%
MSFHX	R3	0.72%

Top 10 Holdings

21.91% of assets

Name	Symbol	Weight
The Charles Schwab Corporation	SCHW	2.87%
Microsoft Corporation	MSFT	2.78%
2 Year Treasury Note Future Dec 26	n/a	2.77%
Pfizer Inc.	PFE	2.00%
Becton, Dickinson and Company	BDX	1.97%
Bank of America Corporation	BAC	1.96%
Medtronic plc	MDT	1.93%
Omnicom Group Inc.	OMC	1.91%
United States Treasury Bonds 5%	T.5 05.15.46	1.87%
ConocoPhillips	COP	1.84%

Dividend History

Ex-Dividend	Amount	Pay Date
Sep 30, 2026	$0.04704	Oct 1, 2026
Aug 31, 2026	$0.04419	Sep 1, 2026
Jul 31, 2026	$0.04338	Aug 3, 2026
Jun 30, 2026	$0.04311	Jul 1, 2026
May 29, 2026	$0.04498	Jun 1, 2026
Apr 30, 2026	$0.0448	May 1, 2026

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Last checked:

Oct 15, 2026

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