MFS Total Return Fund Class R6 (MSFKX)
| Fund Assets | 7.59B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.40% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 41.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.78 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.02% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.52% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 19.76 |
| YTD Return | 2.83% |
| 1-Year Return | 12.45% |
| 5-Year Return | 40.61% |
| 52-Week Low | 16.43 |
| 52-Week High | 19.96 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 983 |
| Inception Date | Jun 1, 2012 |
About MSFKX
MFS Total Return Fund Class R6 is a balanced mutual fund designed to generate a total return by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of large-cap equities and investment-grade fixed income securities. The fund seeks to provide above-average income with prudent capital management and is oriented toward investors seeking both income and growth from a single vehicle. Its investment approach typically allocates around 60% to equities and 40% to fixed income, focusing on attractively valued stocks and high-quality bonds. The fund's fixed income portion emphasizes generally investment-grade debt instruments, further supporting its conservative risk profile and relatively stable income generation. With over 900 individual holdings and a historically below average risk rating, it strives for broad diversification across sectors and issuers. The fund distributes income monthly and is structured to have a low expense ratio, enhancing cost efficiency for eligible retirement investors. MFS Total Return Fund Class R6 offers access without a sales charge, making it well-suited for retirement plans and institutional platforms seeking a moderate, income-focused allocation within diversified portfolios.
Performance
MSFKX had a total return of 12.45% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 15.16%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
19.28% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| The Charles Schwab Corporation | SCHW | 2.66% |
| 2 Year Treasury Note Future Mar 26 | n/a | 2.41% |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | BDX | 2.17% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 1.92% |
| Medtronic plc | MDT | 1.91% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 1.86% |
| Pfizer Inc. | PFE | 1.66% |
| Omnicom Group Inc. | OMC | 1.58% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 1.57% |
| Kenvue Inc. | KVUE | 1.54% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.04497 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.05019 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2025 | $1.21868 | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.05169 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.05193 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.0513 | Oct 1, 2025 |