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The Best Investment Grade Bonds ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Investment Grade Bonds ETFs.

Investment Grade Bond ETFs and funds invest primarily in bonds rated investment grade by recognized credit-rating agencies. They generally have lower expected default risk than high-yield bonds, while remaining exposed to interest-rate changes, duration, issuer credit spreads, and inflation.

Number of ETFs
43
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.23%
Avg. Dividend Yield
4.51%
Avg. 1 Year Return
2.94%
Median Risk/Return Score
27 / 100
The Best Investment Grade Bonds ETFs

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SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend YieldRisk / Return RankMax. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
F/M 10-Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETFLong-Term Bond, Investment Grade BondsJan 10, 20240.15%
0.08%
5.08%
25
F/M 3-Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETFShort-Term Bond, Investment Grade BondsJan 10, 20240.15%
1.13%
4.22%
67
F/M 2-Year Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETFShort-Term Bond, Investment Grade BondsJan 10, 20240.15%
1.46%
4.12%
91

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Best Investment Grade Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Investment Grade Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are BILS (100) and VRIG (99). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Investment Grade Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Investment Grade Bonds ETFs is IGHG (5.43%). Across the lineup, Investment Grade Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 2.94% and an average 5-year return of 0.97%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

Lowest-Cost Investment Grade Bonds ETFs

The top Investment Grade Bonds ETFs is SCHJ (0.03%). With an average expense ratio of 0.23%, Investment Grade Bonds ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Highest-Yield Investment Grade Bonds ETFs

The top Investment Grade Bonds ETFs is LQDW (11.85%). Across the lineup, Investment Grade Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 4.51%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot

The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.

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