MFS Charter Income Trust (MCR)
Company Info
Highlights
$262.95M
$0.72
8.75
$16.10M
$15.12M
$18.79M
$5.49 - $6.38
$3.67
0.11
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Performance
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Returns By Period
MFS Charter Income Trust (MCR) returned 2.20% year-to-date (YTD) and 10.41% over the past 12 months. Over the past 10 years, MCR returned 5.29% annually, underperforming the S&P 500 benchmark at 10.85%.
MCR
2.20%
2.66%
4.00%
10.41%
7.05%
3.01%
5.29%
^GSPC (Benchmark)
0.51%
6.15%
-2.00%
12.92%
12.68%
14.19%
10.85%
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of MCR, with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors. Returns are adjusted for dividends.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.05% | 0.86% | -1.47% | -0.85% | 2.66% | 2.20% | |||||||
| 2024 | 0.40% | -1.32% | 1.21% | -2.42% | 2.20% | 1.37% | 2.64% | 0.87% | 3.39% | -2.81% | 0.33% | 1.76% | 7.68% |
| 2023 | 9.71% | -1.72% | -3.11% | 0.88% | -2.93% | 4.72% | 0.74% | -1.18% | -4.79% | -1.47% | 7.24% | 6.81% | 14.62% |
| 2022 | -5.35% | -6.93% | -0.06% | -6.73% | -1.37% | -4.54% | 7.94% | -3.35% | -7.51% | 8.40% | 8.06% | -9.87% | -21.25% |
| 2021 | 0.46% | -2.32% | 1.27% | 5.16% | -0.82% | 0.09% | -0.15% | 0.55% | -0.03% | 1.61% | -2.12% | 1.63% | 5.24% |
| 2020 | 1.79% | -5.33% | -6.68% | 6.58% | 6.73% | -3.56% | 7.69% | 0.91% | -5.31% | 2.60% | 5.26% | 3.52% | 13.48% |
| 2019 | 7.34% | -0.16% | 2.83% | 0.48% | 1.26% | 3.65% | 2.70% | 1.57% | -0.12% | 1.57% | 0.01% | 1.93% | 25.37% |
| 2018 | -0.45% | -1.16% | -0.48% | -0.14% | -0.75% | 0.75% | -0.91% | 2.69% | -1.66% | -3.76% | 0.77% | -0.31% | -5.41% |
| 2017 | 2.14% | 1.43% | -0.29% | 1.31% | 1.54% | -0.32% | 1.19% | 0.38% | 0.96% | -0.67% | -1.03% | 1.69% | 8.61% |
| 2016 | 3.32% | 0.79% | 4.84% | 2.85% | 1.47% | 2.06% | 3.45% | 0.84% | -0.06% | -1.47% | -0.41% | 2.79% | 22.29% |
| 2015 | -4.08% | 7.72% | -1.39% | 2.34% | 0.09% | -4.10% | 0.17% | -3.04% | -3.56% | 7.40% | -3.37% | -2.99% | -5.62% |
| 2014 | -0.36% | 2.33% | 0.55% | 2.42% | -0.54% | 0.97% | -1.21% | 0.96% | -2.34% | 1.67% | -1.15% | 6.46% | 9.91% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance Rank
With an overall rank of 82, MCR is among the top 18% of stocks on our website when it comes to balancing risk and reward. Below is a breakdown of how it compares using common performance measures.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for MFS Charter Income Trust (MCR) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (^GSPC). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
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Dividends
Dividend History
MFS Charter Income Trust provided a 8.65% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.54 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.54 | $0.55 | $0.54 | $0.59 | $0.69 | $0.70 | $0.70 | $0.71 | $0.75 | $0.74 | $1.10 | $0.70 |
Dividend yield | 8.65% | 8.59% | 8.37% | 9.55% | 8.14% | 7.94% | 8.37% | 9.67% | 8.84% | 8.63% | 14.44% | 7.67% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for MFS Charter Income Trust. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.22 | |||||||
| 2024 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.55 |
| 2023 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.54 |
| 2022 | $0.06 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.04 | $0.04 | $0.59 |
| 2021 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.69 |
| 2020 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.05 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.70 |
| 2019 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.70 |
| 2018 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.71 |
| 2017 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.75 |
| 2016 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.74 |
| 2015 | $0.05 | $0.45 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $1.10 |
| 2014 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.17 | $0.70 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
MFS Charter Income Trust has a dividend yield of 8.65%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.
Payout Ratio
MFS Charter Income Trust has a payout ratio of 76.16%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the MFS Charter Income Trust. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the MFS Charter Income Trust was 31.72%, occurring on Mar 18, 2020. Recovery took 52 trading sessions.
The current MFS Charter Income Trust drawdown is 2.38%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -31.72% | Feb 24, 2020 | 18 | Mar 18, 2020 | 52 | Jun 2, 2020 | 70 |
| -28.18% | Dec 28, 2021 | 202 | Oct 14, 2022 | — | — | — |
| -26.37% | May 22, 2008 | 128 | Nov 20, 2008 | 126 | May 26, 2009 | 254 |
| -17.46% | Jan 23, 1990 | 168 | Sep 20, 1990 | 98 | Feb 8, 1991 | 266 |
| -17.33% | May 21, 2013 | 63 | Aug 19, 2013 | 376 | Feb 17, 2015 | 439 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of MFS Charter Income Trust over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Earnings Per Share
The chart presents the Earnings Per Share (EPS) performance of MFS Charter Income Trust, comparing actual results with analytics estimates.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how MFS Charter Income Trust is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for MCR, comparing it with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, MCR has a P/E ratio of 8.8. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for MCR compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. MCR currently has a PEG ratio of 0.0. This PEG ratio is low compared to industry peers, which could indicate the stock is undervalued relative to its expected growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for MCR relative to other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, MCR has a P/S ratio of 11.6. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for MCR in comparison with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, MCR has a P/B value of 0.9. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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