The Best Corporate Bonds ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Corporate Bonds ETFs.
Corporate bond ETFs invest in a diversified portfolio of bonds issued by corporations. Companies issue these bonds to raise capital and may have different maturities and credit ratings. Corporate bond ETFs can be used to gain exposure to the corporate bond market as part of a diversified investment portfolio. They offer higher yields than government bond ETFs and can be used as income-generating investments. However, they tend to be more volatile and sensitive to credit and interest rate risk than government bonds.
- Number of ETFs
- 117
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.19%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 4.35%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 4.42%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 44 / 100
The Best Corporate Bonds ETFs
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Best Corporate Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Corporate Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are MYCF (99) and BSCQ (99).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Street My2026 Corporate Bond ETF | 99 | 46.25M | Sep 2024 | |
| Invesco BulletShares 2026 Corporate Bond ETF | 99 | 3.68B | Sep 2016 | |
| iShares iBonds Dec 2026 Term Corporate ETF | 99 | 3.45B | Sep 2016 | |
| VanEck IG Floating Rate ETF | 99 | 2.89B | Apr 2011 | |
| iShares Floating Rate Bond ETF | 99 | 10.00B | Jun 2011 |
Best-Performing Corporate Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Corporate Bonds ETFs is HYGH (7.01%).
Across the lineup, Corporate Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 4.42% and an average 5-year return of 1.14%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Interest Rate Hedged High Yield Bond ETF | 7.01% | 566.14M | May 2014 | |
| iShares Interest Rate Hedged Long-Term Corporate B... | 5.36% | 198.87M | Jul 2015 | |
| ProShares Investment Grade-Interest Rate Hedged | 5.31% | 321.72M | Nov 2013 | |
| iShares Interest Rate Hedged Corporate Bond ETF | 5.26% | 499.48M | May 2014 | |
| VanEck IG Floating Rate ETF | 4.60% | 2.89B | Apr 2011 |
Lowest-Cost Corporate Bonds ETFs
The top Corporate Bonds ETFs is SPBO (0.03%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.19%, Corporate Bonds ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR Portfolio Corporate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 2.10B | Apr 2011 | |
| Vanguard Total Corporate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 1.80B | Nov 2017 | |
| Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 9.20B | Nov 2009 | |
| Vanguard Intermediate-Term Corporate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 68.70B | Nov 2009 | |
| Schwab 5-10 Year Corporate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 11.51B | Oct 2019 |
Highest-Yield Corporate Bonds ETFs
The top Corporate Bonds ETFs is LQDW (12.23%).
Across the lineup, Corporate Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 4.35%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Investment Grade Corporate Bond Buywrite S... | 12.23% | 265.17M | Aug 2022 | |
| Overlay Shares Short Term Bond ETF | 7.08% | 49.77M | Jan 2021 | |
| Pacer US Cash Cows Bond ETF | 6.99% | — | Dec 2024 | |
| iShares Interest Rate Hedged High Yield Bond ETF | 6.57% | 566.14M | May 2014 | |
| Global X Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF | 6.37% | 171.36M | Jun 2025 |
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
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