MFS Massachusetts Inv Gr Stk A
Name
Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD & DIV
Exp Ratio
Watchlist
Vitals
YTD Return
-26.3%
1 yr return
-1.9%
3 Yr Avg Return
16.7%
5 Yr Avg Return
15.7%
Net Assets
$9.86 B
Holdings in Top 10
42.8%
52 WEEK LOW AND HIGH
Expenses
OPERATING FEES
Expense Ratio 0.70%
SALES FEES
Front Load 5.75%
Deferred Load N/A
TRADING FEES
Turnover 17.00%
Redemption Fee N/A
Min Investment
Standard (Taxable)
$1,000
IRA
$250
Fund Classification
Fund Type
Open End Mutual Fund
Investment Style
Large Growth
Name
Price
Aum/Mkt Cap
YIELD & DIV
Exp Ratio
Watchlist
MIGFX - Profile
Distributions
- YTD Total Return -26.3%
- 3 Yr Annualized Total Return 14.4%
- 5 Yr Annualized Total Return 14.4%
- Capital Gain Distribution Frequency Annually
- Net Income Ratio 0.21%
- Dividend Yield 0.2%
- Dividend Distribution Frequency Annually
Fund Details
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Legal NameMFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fund
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Fund Family NameMFS
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Inception DateJan 01, 1935
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Shares OutstandingN/A
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Share ClassA
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CurrencyUSD
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Domiciled CountryUnited States
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ManagerJeffrey Constantino
Fund Description
The fund normally invests at least 80% of the fund's net assets in stocks. Stocks include common stocks and other securities that represent an ownership interest (or right to acquire an ownership interest) in a company or other issuer. The advisor focuses on investing the fund's assets in the stocks of companies its advisor believes to have above average earnings growth potential compared to other companies (growth companies).
MIGFX - Performance
Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | MIGFX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | -26.3% | -84.2% | 96.1% | 19.09% |
| 1 Yr | -1.9% | -56.4% | 42.8% | 4.75% |
| 3 Yr | 16.7%* | -14.0% | 44.5% | 20.70% |
| 5 Yr | 15.7%* | -5.7% | 29.0% | 12.93% |
| 10 Yr | 15.1%* | 2.7% | 23.5% | 18.95% |
* Annualized
Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | MIGFX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13.7% | -87.9% | 326.9% | 30.91% |
| 2020 | 13.8% | -67.0% | 145.0% | 87.47% |
| 2019 | 30.1% | -28.8% | 75.8% | 18.18% |
| 2018 | -9.0% | -57.9% | 10.6% | 37.48% |
| 2017 | 20.4% | -68.7% | 64.0% | 46.80% |
Total Return Ranking - Trailing
| Period | MIGFX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | -26.3% | -84.2% | 96.1% | 14.55% |
| 1 Yr | -7.5% | -58.4% | 59.9% | 28.07% |
| 3 Yr | 14.4%* | -15.1% | 44.5% | 42.76% |
| 5 Yr | 14.4%* | -6.1% | 29.0% | 25.11% |
| 10 Yr | 14.5%* | 2.6% | 23.5% | 33.17% |
* Annualized
Total Return Ranking - Calendar
| Period | MIGFX Return | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13.7% | -87.9% | 326.9% | 30.91% |
| 2020 | 13.8% | -67.0% | 145.0% | 87.47% |
| 2019 | 30.1% | -28.8% | 75.8% | 18.27% |
| 2018 | 0.8% | -57.9% | 16.5% | 12.62% |
| 2017 | 28.7% | -68.7% | 64.0% | 36.77% |
NAV & Total Return History
MIGFX - Holdings
Concentration Analysis
| MIGFX | Category Low | Category High | MIGFX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Assets | 9.86 B | 189 K | 222 B | 17.19% |
| Number of Holdings | 62 | 2 | 3509 | 49.44% |
| Net Assets in Top 10 | 4.22 B | -1.37 M | 104 B | 19.72% |
| Weighting of Top 10 | 42.84% | 9.4% | 100.0% | 67.91% |
Top 10 Holdings
- Microsoft Corp 11.50%
- Alphabet Inc Class A 7.62%
- Apple Inc 5.51%
- Accenture PLC Class A 3.59%
- Visa Inc Class A 3.23%
- Alibaba Group Holding Ltd ADR 2.67%
- Comcast Corp Class A 2.57%
- Comcast Corp Class A 2.57%
- Comcast Corp Class A 2.57%
- Comcast Corp Class A 2.57%
Asset Allocation
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | MIGFX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks | 99.41% | 0.00% | 107.71% | 30.32% |
| Cash | 0.59% | -10.83% | 87.35% | 66.86% |
| Preferred Stocks | 0.00% | 0.00% | 4.41% | 89.47% |
| Other | 0.00% | -7.57% | 17.15% | 89.10% |
| Convertible Bonds | 0.00% | 0.00% | 1.94% | 88.88% |
| Bonds | 0.00% | -1.84% | 98.58% | 88.29% |
Stock Sector Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | MIGFX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | 35.05% | 0.00% | 69.82% | 52.52% |
| Healthcare | 14.35% | 0.00% | 39.76% | 34.20% |
| Communication Services | 11.51% | 0.00% | 66.40% | 39.54% |
| Financial Services | 10.38% | 0.00% | 43.06% | 39.61% |
| Consumer Cyclical | 10.13% | 0.00% | 62.57% | 84.12% |
| Consumer Defense | 9.43% | 0.00% | 25.50% | 6.75% |
| Industrials | 4.74% | 0.00% | 30.65% | 65.95% |
| Real Estate | 1.94% | 0.00% | 29.57% | 31.16% |
| Basic Materials | 1.36% | 0.00% | 22.00% | 46.14% |
| Utilities | 1.11% | 0.00% | 16.07% | 17.88% |
| Energy | 0.00% | 0.00% | 41.09% | 94.88% |
Stock Geographic Breakdown
| Weighting | Return Low | Return High | MIGFX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 91.47% | 0.00% | 105.43% | 70.13% |
| Non US | 7.94% | 0.00% | 54.22% | 20.68% |
MIGFX - Expenses
Operational Fees
| MIGFX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.70% | 0.01% | 7.09% | 69.78% |
| Management Fee | 0.33% | 0.00% | 1.50% | 10.92% |
| 12b-1 Fee | 0.25% | 0.00% | 1.00% | 58.58% |
| Administrative Fee | N/A | 0.00% | 1.02% | N/A |
Sales Fees
| MIGFX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Load | 5.75% | 0.00% | 8.50% | 31.58% |
| Deferred Load | N/A | 1.00% | 5.50% | N/A |
Trading Fees
| MIGFX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Redemption Fee | N/A | 1.00% | 5.00% | N/A |
Related Fees
Turnover provides investors a proxy for the trading fees incurred by mutual fund managers who frequently adjust position allocations. Higher turnover means higher trading fees.
| MIGFX Fees (% of AUM) | Category Return Low | Category Return High | Rank in Category (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | 17.00% | 0.00% | 316.74% | 19.91% |
MIGFX - Distributions
Dividend Yield Analysis
| MIGFX | Category Low | Category High | MIGFX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.24% | 0.00% | 12.88% | 89.54% |
Dividend Distribution Analysis
| MIGFX | Category Low | Category High | Category Mod | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Monthly | Annually |
Net Income Ratio Analysis
| MIGFX | Category Low | Category High | MIGFX % Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income Ratio | 0.21% | -6.13% | 2.90% | 16.56% |
Capital Gain Distribution Analysis
| MIGFX | Category Low | Category High | Capital Mode | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Gain Distribution Frequency | Annually | Annually | Annually | Annually |
Dividend Payout History
| Date | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2018 | $0.274 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 19, 2017 | $0.248 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 20, 2016 | $0.184 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 17, 2015 | $0.211 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 18, 2014 | $0.153 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 17, 2013 | $0.111 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 18, 2012 | $0.150 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 15, 2011 | $0.090 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 16, 2010 | $0.074 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 17, 2009 | $0.056 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 18, 2008 | $0.064 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 20, 2007 | $0.057 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 16, 2004 | $0.050 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 17, 1998 | $0.006 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Dec 23, 1997 | $0.007 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jul 10, 1996 | $0.050 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jul 20, 1990 | $0.020 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Oct 11, 1989 | $0.025 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Jul 12, 1989 | $0.035 | OrdinaryDividend |
| Apr 12, 1989 | $0.007 | OrdinaryDividend |
MIGFX - Fund Manager Analysis
Managers
Jeffrey Constantino
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Nov 16, 2006
15.55
15.6%
Jeffrey C. Constantino is a portfolio manager, and was an equity research analyst for 5 years until he was promoted to his current position at Massachusetts Financial Services Company in 2005. Prior to joining MFS in 2000, he was employed as a financial consultant in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen LLP. Constantino holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation and Certified Public Accountant designation.
Joseph Skorski
Start Date
Tenure
Tenure Rank
Jul 01, 2019
2.92
2.9%
Mr. Skorski joined MFS in 2007 and has more than two decades of investment experience. During his tenure at the firm, he has had both equity research analyst and portfolio management responsibilities. He joined the portfolio management team of the MFS® Global Growth Equity and MFS® Global Growth Concentrated Equity strategies in 2018 and previously had portfolio management responsibilities for the firm’s Japan Equity strategy.
Tenure Analysis
| Category Low | Category High | Category Average | Category Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.04 | 54.45 | 8.11 | 2.92 |