MFEIX vs. MTCIX
Compare and contrast key facts about MFS Growth I (MFEIX) and MFS Technology Fund (MTCIX).
MFEIX is managed by MFS. It was launched on Jul 10, 1997. MTCIX is managed by MFS. It was launched on Jan 1, 1997.
Performance
MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Performance Comparison
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MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MFEIX MFS Growth I | -13.62% | 12.34% | 49.67% | 36.15% | -31.14% | 23.59% | 31.65% | 37.69% | 2.30% | 30.86% |
MTCIX MFS Technology Fund | -14.15% | 16.39% | 56.76% | 54.42% | -36.18% | 14.11% | 46.45% | 38.84% | 1.85% | 38.78% |
Returns By Period
The year-to-date returns for both stocks are quite close, with MFEIX having a -13.62% return and MTCIX slightly lower at -14.15%. Over the past 10 years, MFEIX has underperformed MTCIX with an annualized return of 15.44%, while MTCIX has yielded a comparatively higher 18.56% annualized return.
MFEIX
- 1D
- -0.59%
- 1M
- -9.06%
- YTD
- -13.62%
- 6M
- -14.22%
- 1Y
- 6.53%
- 3Y*
- 21.33%
- 5Y*
- 10.89%
- 10Y*
- 15.44%
MTCIX
- 1D
- -1.17%
- 1M
- -9.04%
- YTD
- -14.15%
- 6M
- -11.52%
- 1Y
- 13.36%
- 3Y*
- 27.60%
- 5Y*
- 12.01%
- 10Y*
- 18.56%
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MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Expense Ratio Comparison
MFEIX has a 0.60% expense ratio, which is lower than MTCIX's 0.88% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
MFEIX vs. MTCIX — Risk / Return Rank
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MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for MFS Growth I (MFEIX) and MFS Technology Fund (MTCIX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| MFEIX | MTCIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.30 | 0.52 | -0.21 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 0.59 | 0.91 | -0.32 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.08 | 1.12 | -0.04 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.22 | 0.53 | -0.32 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 0.74 | 1.80 | -1.06 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| MFEIX | MTCIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.30 | 0.52 | -0.21 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.50 | 0.48 | +0.02 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.73 | 0.78 | -0.05 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.41 | 0.35 | +0.06 |
Correlation
The correlation between MFEIX and MTCIX is 0.93, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.
Dividends
MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Dividend Comparison
MFEIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 17.36%, more than MTCIX's 15.97% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MFEIX MFS Growth I | 17.36% | 14.99% | 25.47% | 4.86% | 1.05% | 2.76% | 3.57% | 1.57% | 3.78% | 2.50% | 1.61% | 3.65% |
MTCIX MFS Technology Fund | 15.97% | 13.71% | 26.78% | 9.66% | 10.35% | 11.58% | 4.97% | 3.87% | 4.97% | 3.51% | 1.84% | 3.62% |
Drawdowns
MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum MFEIX drawdown since its inception was -72.24%, smaller than the maximum MTCIX drawdown of -82.78%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for MFEIX and MTCIX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| MFEIX | MTCIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -72.24% | -82.78% | +10.54% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -17.30% | -18.59% | +1.29% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -36.11% | -42.74% | +6.63% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -36.11% | -42.74% | +6.63% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -17.30% | -18.59% | +1.29% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -23.85% | -30.02% | +6.17% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 5.06% | 5.52% | -0.46% |
Volatility
MFEIX vs. MTCIX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for MFS Growth I (MFEIX) is 5.58%, while MFS Technology Fund (MTCIX) has a volatility of 6.97%. This indicates that MFEIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than MTCIX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| MFEIX | MTCIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 5.58% | 6.97% | -1.39% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 12.05% | 16.00% | -3.95% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 21.56% | 25.72% | -4.16% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 21.87% | 25.29% | -3.42% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 21.16% | 23.91% | -2.75% |