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MFS Active Value ETF(MFSV)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MFSV
11/06/2026: MFSV (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
MFSV provides investors with active exposure to a diversified portfolio of U.S. large-cap value stocks chosen through MFS's fundamental research. Its primary strength is the potential for alpha generation, backed by a reputable issuer with a long history of active management. It is best used as a core or satellite holding for investors seeking to outperform market benchmarks through security selection. Key risks include higher costs relative to passive alternatives, manager risk, and general equity market volatility. It suits long-term investors who value professional stock selection over index-tracking simplicity.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The fund's focus on value stocks makes it less suitable for investors primarily seeking high-growth exposure. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Value-oriented strategies often underperform when momentum is the primary driver of market returns. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | This fund is specifically designed for investors seeking undervalued equity opportunities. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | While value stocks often pay dividends, the fund focuses on total return rather than yield maximization. |
| Low-risk investor | Medium fit | While large-cap value stocks are generally more stable, equity market risk remains inherent. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking long-term capital appreciation who prefer active management and believe in the firm's fundamental research process.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors looking to complement passive holdings with an actively managed value-oriented component.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium | Equity markets naturally experience price fluctuations that affect short-term performance. |
| Market risk | High | The fund's performance is tied to the overall direction of the U.S. stock market. |
| Concentration | Medium | Active strategies may hold fewer stocks than broad indices, increasing idiosyncratic risk. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Higher expense ratios compared to passive funds require outperformance to justify the cost. |
| Liquidity | Low | The fund holds liquid large-cap stocks, minimizing liquidity-related transaction risks. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Sector-specific headwinds can impact the value-oriented portfolio composition. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
MFSV exhibits volatility typical of large-cap equity funds, generally tracking the broader value segment.
Market Risk
Investors face standard equity market risks; the fund's active strategy does not hedge against systemic downturns.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market capitalization | Large-Cap U.S. Equities | 95 | This allocation provides core exposure to established companies that the manager believes are attractively valued. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | The fund maintains a small cash position for liquidity management and to capitalize on new investment opportunities. |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 8.96% | Avg. Invested days 63 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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