MFS Total Return Fund Class C (MTRCX)

Fund Assets	7.06B
Expense Ratio	1.53%
Min. Investment	$1,000
Turnover	41.00%
Dividend (ttm)	0.35
Dividend Yield	1.72%
Dividend Growth	1.24%
Payout Frequency	Monthly
Ex-Dividend Date	Sep 30, 2026

Previous Close	20.03
YTD Return	4.25%
1-Year Return	6.83%
5-Year Return	31.66%
52-Week Low	19.40
52-Week High	20.94
Beta (5Y)	0.62
Holdings	978
Inception Date	Oct 6, 1970

About MTRCX

MFS Total Return Fund Class C is a balanced mutual fund designed to seek total return through a diversified portfolio that blends both equity and fixed income investments. Its strategy typically allocates about 60% of assets to equities—primarily large-cap, attractively valued stocks—and 40% to fixed income, generally favoring investment-grade debt instruments. This approach aims to combine the growth potential of equities with the stability and income generation of bonds, appealing to investors seeking a conservative allocation between risk and reward. The fund invests across different industries and sectors, although it may occasionally have a higher allocation within certain areas. It also has the flexibility to include foreign securities within its portfolio composition. Notably, the MFS Total Return Fund Class C regularly distributes income on a monthly basis, enhancing its attractiveness for those seeking periodic cash flow. With a significant asset base and a long operating history dating back to 1970, the fund holds a notable position in the moderate allocation category, emphasizing diversification and capital preservation as key components of its investment philosophy.

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

Performance

MTRCX had a total return of 6.83% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.08%.

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%
MSFJX	R4	0.47%
MSFRX	A	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	$0.03001	Oct 1, 2026
Aug 31, 2026	$0.02625	Sep 1, 2026
Jul 31, 2026	$0.02597	Aug 3, 2026
Jun 30, 2026	$0.02528	Jul 1, 2026
May 29, 2026	$0.02905	Jun 1, 2026
Apr 30, 2026	$0.02819	May 1, 2026

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Last checked:

Oct 15, 2026

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