MMGEX vs. DLBMX
Compare and contrast key facts about MassMutual Small Cap Growth Equity Fund (MMGEX) and MassMutual Small Cap Opportunities Fund (DLBMX).
MMGEX is managed by MassMutual. It was launched on May 3, 1999. DLBMX is managed by MassMutual. It was launched on Jul 17, 1998.
Performance
MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Performance Comparison
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MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MMGEX MassMutual Small Cap Growth Equity Fund | -1.89% | 10.66% | 14.79% | 16.35% | -26.21% | 8.52% | 40.08% | 61.40% | -5.46% | 24.28% |
DLBMX MassMutual Small Cap Opportunities Fund | -4.32% | 8.07% | 12.30% | 17.43% | -16.19% | 64.90% | 19.75% | 25.54% | -11.14% | 13.90% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, MMGEX achieves a -1.89% return, which is significantly higher than DLBMX's -4.32% return. Both investments have delivered pretty close results over the past 10 years, with MMGEX having a 13.31% annualized return and DLBMX not far behind at 12.93%.
MMGEX
- 1D
- -2.15%
- 1M
- -9.01%
- YTD
- -1.89%
- 6M
- 2.33%
- 1Y
- 20.94%
- 3Y*
- 11.61%
- 5Y*
- 2.17%
- 10Y*
- 13.31%
DLBMX
- 1D
- -1.26%
- 1M
- -10.93%
- YTD
- -4.32%
- 6M
- -2.11%
- 1Y
- 10.06%
- 3Y*
- 9.62%
- 5Y*
- 10.78%
- 10Y*
- 12.93%
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MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Expense Ratio Comparison
MMGEX has a 1.41% expense ratio, which is higher than DLBMX's 1.20% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
MMGEX vs. DLBMX — Risk / Return Rank
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MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for MassMutual Small Cap Growth Equity Fund (MMGEX) and MassMutual Small Cap Opportunities Fund (DLBMX). 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.
| MMGEX | DLBMX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.88 | 0.44 | +0.44 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.35 | 0.77 | +0.57 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.18 | 1.10 | +0.08 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.31 | 0.50 | +0.82 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 5.65 | 1.95 | +3.70 |
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
| MMGEX | DLBMX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.88 | 0.44 | +0.44 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.07 | 0.34 | -0.27 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.46 | 0.46 | 0.00 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.29 | 0.40 | -0.11 |
Correlation
The correlation between MMGEX and DLBMX is 0.91, 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
MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Dividend Comparison
MMGEX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 38.67%, more than DLBMX's 10.57% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MMGEX MassMutual Small Cap Growth Equity Fund | 38.67% | 37.94% | 8.94% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 44.40% | 10.36% | 32.83% | 29.40% | 6.91% | 0.00% | 33.83% |
DLBMX MassMutual Small Cap Opportunities Fund | 10.57% | 10.11% | 9.33% | 4.73% | 0.88% | 35.42% | 7.82% | 0.46% | 11.94% | 13.55% | 3.14% | 11.15% |
Drawdowns
MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum MMGEX drawdown since its inception was -63.65%, roughly equal to the maximum DLBMX drawdown of -65.12%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for MMGEX and DLBMX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| MMGEX | DLBMX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -63.65% | -65.12% | +1.47% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -13.78% | -14.61% | +0.83% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -51.21% | -29.39% | -21.82% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -51.21% | -42.55% | -8.66% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -23.06% | -12.42% | -10.64% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -23.52% | -10.26% | -13.26% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 3.20% | 3.72% | -0.52% |
Volatility
MMGEX vs. DLBMX - Volatility Comparison
MassMutual Small Cap Growth Equity Fund (MMGEX) has a higher volatility of 8.49% compared to MassMutual Small Cap Opportunities Fund (DLBMX) at 6.37%. This indicates that MMGEX's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than DLBMX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| MMGEX | DLBMX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 8.49% | 6.37% | +2.12% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 14.88% | 12.45% | +2.43% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 23.38% | 22.21% | +1.17% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 32.35% | 31.64% | +0.71% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 28.90% | 28.12% | +0.78% |