MFS Research International I (MRSIX)
| Fund Assets | 17.32B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.73% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 17.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.46 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.71% |
| Dividend Growth | 20.69% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 26.86 |
| YTD Return | 15.90% |
| 1-Year Return | 10.75% |
| 5-Year Return | 42.10% |
| 52-Week Low | 22.13 |
| 52-Week High | 27.58 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 114 |
| Inception Date | Jan 2, 1997 |
About MRSIX
MFS Research International Fund Class I is an actively managed mutual fund focused on delivering capital appreciation through investments in foreign equities. Structured as an analyst-driven, core international stock fund, it offers broad diversification by sector, region, and market capitalization, investing across both developed and select emerging markets outside the United States. The fund is managed by a dedicated team of MFS equity analysts who employ a company-specific stock selection process rather than focusing on specific countries. The fund’s portfolio spans a range of industries, with top holdings commonly found in healthcare, industrials, consumer goods, and financial services. It uses the MSCI EAFE Index—covering major markets in Europe, Australasia, and the Far East—as its benchmark. MFS Research International Fund Class I is structured for institutional investors, maintaining a competitive expense ratio and consistently ranking among funds with lower fees within its peer group. Since its inception in 1997, it has played a significant role for investors seeking diversified international equity exposure, leveraging in-depth research to build a portfolio positioned for long-term growth outside the U.S..
Performance
MRSIX had a total return of 10.75% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.61%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FZAIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Discv Z | 0.50% |
| SWMIX | Schwab | Schwab International Opportunities | 0.85% |
| FAERX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Overseas M | 1.28% |
| FAOCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Overseas C | 1.81% |
| FIGRX | Fidelity | Fidelity International Discovery | 0.58% |
Top 10 Holdings
21.75% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Schneider Electric S.E. | SU | 2.93% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 6501 | 2.76% |
| Roche Holding AG | ROG | 2.54% |
| Linde plc | LIN | 2.19% |
| Barclays PLC | BARC | 2.14% |
| Euronext N.V. | ENX | 1.92% |
| NatWest Group plc | NWG | 1.92% |
| Nestlé S.A. | NESN | 1.90% |
| British American Tobacco p.l.c. | BATS | 1.76% |
| Currency Cash CASH_USD | n/a | 1.70% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2024 | $0.46489 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Dec 19, 2023 | $0.38518 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| Dec 6, 2022 | $0.32303 | Dec 7, 2022 |
| Dec 7, 2021 | $0.3257 | Dec 8, 2021 |
| Dec 8, 2020 | $0.21049 | Dec 9, 2020 |
| Dec 10, 2019 | $0.36663 | Dec 10, 2019 |