MFS Blended Research Core Equity ETF(BRCE)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 119 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+12.1% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$30.38
10/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BRCE

10/02/2026: BRCE (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

BRCE provides active US large-cap equity exposure by leveraging the fundamental research of MFS Investment Management. It aims to generate capital appreciation, distinguishing itself from passive index funds through its blended research strategy. The fund is best suited for long-term investors who prioritize active management, though it carries higher expenses and active risk compared to low-cost passive alternatives. Investors should monitor the manager's ability to outperform the S&P 500 consistently and remain mindful of the concentration and general market risks inherent in an all-equity portfolio.

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ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe fund focuses on selecting equities with attractive growth prospects through fundamental research.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum suitability is conditional on the fund's current holdings aligning with positive sector trends.
Value investorMixed fitThe blended approach considers valuation, but is not exclusively a value-focused strategy.
Dividend/Income investorWeak fitThe fund prioritizes capital appreciation over a high-yield income strategy.
Low-risk investorWeak fitAs a 100% equity fund, it entails significant market risk and is not suitable for risk-averse portfolios.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

Investors seeking active US large-cap exposure with a preference for fundamental research over passive indexing.

Suitability

Best for long-term investors willing to pay a premium for active management; not ideal for day traders.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
VolatilityMedium / highEquity markets naturally experience price swings that can affect short-term performance.
Market riskHighThe fund is directly exposed to broad market downturns.
ConcentrationMediumWhile diversified, active selection can lead to temporary sector biases.
Tracking/expenseLowThe expense ratio is transparent and typical for an actively managed product.
LiquidityLowThe underlying large-cap holdings are highly liquid, minimizing execution risk.
Business/sector qualityMediumThe fund depends on the continued health of major US industries.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

Historical volatility is generally in line with the broader US large-cap market.

Market Risk

The primary risk is systematic market decline, which affects all equity-based funds.

What the ETF Owns

Exposure TypeExposureWeight (%)Retail Investor Read
EquityUS Large-Cap Stocks98This provides broad participation in the growth potential of major US corporations.
Cash/collateralCash and Cash Equivalents2Maintains liquidity for daily operational needs and tactical adjustments.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type ETF
Historic Profit 12.1%
Avg. Invested days 119
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ETF Fundamentals

Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 1, 2026

Fund Basics

MetricValue
Fund Size (AUM)$38.78M
IssuerMFS
InceptionOct 22, 2025

Performance

PeriodTotal Return
YTD +18.25%
Returns over 1 year are annualized • As of Oct 1, 2026

Risk Metrics

MetricValue
1Y Volatility0%
3Y Volatility0%
3Y Sharpe Ratio0
Based on daily returns • As of Oct 1, 2026

Market Cap Distribution

Cap SizeWeight
Mega Cap
43.01%
Large Cap
36.79%
Mid Cap
17.58%
Small Cap
3.61%

Top Sectors

SectorWeight
Technology
39.57%
Financial Services
12.18%
Healthcare
9.86%
Industrials
9.09%

Asset Allocation

U.S. Equities
99.55%
Non-U.S. Equities
1.44%

Portfolio Characteristics

MetricValue
Portfolio P/E17.93x
Portfolio P/B4.73x
Portfolio P/S2.93x

Top Holdings

HoldingWeight
NVIDIA 9.63%
Apple 7.26%
Microsoft 5.04%
Amazon 3.90%
Alphabet Class A 3.11%
Top 10 concentration: 40.7% View all 10 holdings →
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