MFS Government Securities R3 (MFGHX)
| Fund Assets | 1.98B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.76% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 195.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.50% |
| Dividend Growth | -0.70% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 8.74 |
| YTD Return | 4.27% |
| 1-Year Return | 0.69% |
| 5-Year Return | -8.43% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.36 |
| 52-Week High | 8.93 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 781 |
| Inception Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
About MFGHX
MFS Government Securities Fund Class R3 is an open-end mutual fund focused on generating total return with an emphasis on current income while also considering capital appreciation. Its primary function is to invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government securities, which may include debt instruments issued by the U.S. Treasury, federal agencies, and government-sponsored entities. The fund emphasizes investment-grade quality and uses a sector rotation strategy, adjusting allocations among various government sectors based on economic indicators, valuations, and prevailing market conditions. With a substantial asset base and a history dating back to 1984, this fund plays a significant role in providing investors broad exposure to the U.S. government bond market, contributing to portfolio diversification and offering a degree of principal stability. Its benchmark is the Bloomberg U.S. Government/Mortgage Bond Index, reflecting its focus on government and mortgage-backed securities. The fund is commonly utilized by investors seeking a combination of income generation and reduced credit risk relative to corporate bonds, due to its concentration on high-grade government fixed income assets.
Performance
MFGHX had a total return of 0.69% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.08%.
Top 10 Holdings
65.02% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Year Treasury Note Future Sept 25 | n/a | 18.74% |
| 2 Year Treasury Note Future Sept 25 | n/a | 15.94% |
| Currency Cash CASH_USD | n/a | 6.35% |
| 10 Year Treasury Note Future Sept 25 | n/a | 5.79% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.63% | T.3.625 03.31.28 | 4.42% |
| Ultra 10 Year US Treasury Note Future Sept 25 | n/a | 3.70% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 2.5% | T.2.5 02.15.45 | 3.53% |
| United States Treasury Notes 2.75% | T.2.75 02.15.28 | 2.71% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.13% | T.4.125 08.31.30 | 1.96% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.63% | T.1.625 05.15.31 | 1.87% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.02608 | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.02609 | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02444 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.02438 | Jun 2, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.02441 | May 1, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.02444 | Apr 1, 2025 |