MFS Massachusetts Municipal Bond Fund Class I (MTALX)
| Fund Assets | 415.36M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.57% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 10.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.45% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.08% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 8.87 |
| YTD Return | 0.57% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.89% |
| 5-Year Return | 2.92% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.43 |
| 52-Week High | 9.01 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 271 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2016 |
About MTALX
The MFS Massachusetts Municipal Bond Fund Class I is a tax-exempt municipal bond mutual fund focused on providing investors with a high level of current income that is exempt from both federal and Massachusetts state income taxes. The fund predominantly invests in a diversified portfolio of municipal securities issued by the state of Massachusetts and its municipalities, typically allocating at least 80% of its assets to these tax-advantaged instruments. Its investment strategy emphasizes sector and security selection, as well as yield curve analysis, seeking to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns while prioritizing income generation. The fund's holdings feature a mix of credit qualities, including significant allocations to AA, A, and BBB-rated bonds, allowing for diversification across credit risk profiles. Targeted largely to residents seeking to benefit from double tax-free income, the fund pays dividends monthly and is structured to have no sales charge for eligible investors. Its long-standing presence in the municipal bond sector highlights its role as a key instrument for both income-focused investors and those with Massachusetts tax considerations.
Performance
MTALX had a total return of 3.89% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.18%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FDMMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Massachusetts Municipal Income Fund | 0.45% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.02396 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.0264 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02634 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02525 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.0265 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02533 | Oct 1, 2025 |