MLVHX vs. MIGFX
Compare and contrast key facts about MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund (MLVHX) and MFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fund (MIGFX).
MLVHX is managed by MFS. It was launched on Dec 5, 2013. MIGFX is managed by MFS. It was launched on Jan 1, 1935.
Performance
MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Performance Comparison
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MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MLVHX MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund | -2.32% | 9.96% | 13.91% | 12.40% | -10.84% | 25.42% | 11.63% | 27.17% | -1.22% | 16.17% |
MIGFX MFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fund | -11.94% | 9.97% | 27.25% | 24.13% | -19.20% | 26.06% | 22.55% | 39.89% | 0.81% | 28.68% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, MLVHX achieves a -2.32% return, which is significantly higher than MIGFX's -11.94% return. Over the past 10 years, MLVHX has underperformed MIGFX with an annualized return of 10.12%, while MIGFX has yielded a comparatively higher 13.37% annualized return.
MLVHX
- 1D
- 0.35%
- 1M
- -7.98%
- YTD
- -2.32%
- 6M
- -1.89%
- 1Y
- 5.54%
- 3Y*
- 10.42%
- 5Y*
- 8.31%
- 10Y*
- 10.12%
MIGFX
- 1D
- -0.22%
- 1M
- -9.05%
- YTD
- -11.94%
- 6M
- -10.77%
- 1Y
- 2.07%
- 3Y*
- 12.38%
- 5Y*
- 8.52%
- 10Y*
- 13.37%
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MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Expense Ratio Comparison
MLVHX has a 0.67% expense ratio, which is lower than MIGFX's 0.70% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
MLVHX vs. MIGFX — Risk / Return Rank
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MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund (MLVHX) and MFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fund (MIGFX). 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.
| MLVHX | MIGFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.50 | 0.14 | +0.35 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 0.79 | 0.33 | +0.46 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.11 | 1.05 | +0.06 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.55 | 0.04 | +0.52 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 2.37 | 0.14 | +2.23 |
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
| MLVHX | MIGFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.50 | 0.14 | +0.35 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.55 | 0.49 | +0.06 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.63 | 0.74 | -0.11 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.66 | 0.38 | +0.28 |
Correlation
The correlation between MLVHX and MIGFX is 0.87, 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
MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Dividend Comparison
MLVHX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 15.77%, more than MIGFX's 12.93% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MLVHX MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund | 15.77% | 15.40% | 13.51% | 6.47% | 13.00% | 5.33% | 1.25% | 1.17% | 4.99% | 2.23% | 1.19% | 1.90% |
MIGFX MFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fund | 12.93% | 11.39% | 17.15% | 4.11% | 4.49% | 10.47% | 7.43% | 7.39% | 10.76% | 6.87% | 5.12% | 6.51% |
Drawdowns
MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum MLVHX drawdown since its inception was -34.14%, smaller than the maximum MIGFX drawdown of -61.83%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for MLVHX and MIGFX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| MLVHX | MIGFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -34.14% | -61.83% | +27.69% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -9.89% | -13.77% | +3.88% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -20.92% | -26.67% | +5.75% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -34.14% | -32.42% | -1.72% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -7.98% | -13.77% | +5.79% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -3.89% | -19.00% | +15.11% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 2.32% | 3.77% | -1.45% |
Volatility
MLVHX vs. MIGFX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for MFS Low Volatility Equity Fund (MLVHX) is 3.13%, while MFS Massachusetts Investors Growth Stock Fund (MIGFX) has a volatility of 4.36%. This indicates that MLVHX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than MIGFX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| MLVHX | MIGFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 3.13% | 4.36% | -1.23% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 6.81% | 9.37% | -2.56% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 13.38% | 17.64% | -4.26% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 15.23% | 17.45% | -2.22% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 16.21% | 18.16% | -1.95% |