MFS Total Return R6 (MSFKX)
| Fund Assets | 7.37B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.40% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 41.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.79 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.96% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.05% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 19.95 |
| YTD Return | 5.40% |
| 1-Year Return | 10.31% |
| 5-Year Return | 40.28% |
| 52-Week Low | 19.17 |
| 52-Week High | 20.53 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.62 |
| Holdings | 967 |
| 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 10.31% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.85%.
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 | 1.67% |
| FFTMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 50% M | 1.07% |
| FSATX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 60% M | 1.17% |
| SWCGX | Schwab | Schwab MarketTrack Conservative Portfolio™ | 0.49% |
| SWBGX | Schwab | Schwab MarketTrack Balanced Portfolio™ | 0.48% |
Top 10 Holdings
19.25% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Year Treasury Note Future Sept 26 | n/a | 3.15% |
| The Charles Schwab Corporation | SCHW | 2.36% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.16% |
| Pfizer Inc. | PFE | 1.91% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 1.69% |
| Omnicom Group Inc. | OMC | 1.64% |
| Medtronic plc | MDT | 1.63% |
| The Cigna Group | CI | 1.59% |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | BDX | 1.59% |
| Northern Trust Corporation | NTRS | 1.52% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | $0.04441 | Jul 1, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 | $0.04613 | Jun 1, 2026 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.04599 | May 1, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.04591 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.04508 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.04497 | Feb 2, 2026 |