The Best Nontraditional Bonds ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Nontraditional Bonds ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 22
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.79%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 5.68%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 3.67%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 44 / 100
The Best Nontraditional Bonds ETFs
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Best Nontraditional Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Nontraditional Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are ILS (96) and KNRG (86).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookmont Catastrophic Bond ETF | 96 | 16.11M | Mar 2025 | |
| Simplify Kayne Anderson Energy and Infrastructure ... | 86 | 149.72M | May 2025 | |
| WisdomTree Interest Rate Hedged U.S. Aggregate Bon... | 81 | 116.65M | Dec 2013 | |
| DoubleLine Asset-Backed Securities ETF | 79 | 116.29M | Feb 2025 | |
| NEOS Enhanced Income Credit Select ETF | 76 | 222.30M | Sep 2024 |
Best-Performing Nontraditional Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Nontraditional Bonds ETFs is GOLY (5.25%).
Across the lineup, Nontraditional Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 3.67% and an average 5-year return of 2.82%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strategy Shares Gold-Hedged Bond ETF | 5.25% | 122.76M | May 2021 | |
| WisdomTree Interest Rate Hedged U.S. Aggregate Bon... | 4.31% | 116.65M | Dec 2013 | |
| First Trust TCW Unconstrained Plus Bond ETF | 2.89% | 3.30B | Jun 2018 | |
| Abacus Flexible Bond Leaders ETF | 1.09% | 2.44M | Dec 2020 | |
| Virtus Private Credit ETF | 0.54% | 31.40M | Feb 2019 |
Lowest-Cost Nontraditional Bonds ETFs
The top Nontraditional Bonds ETFs is AGZD (0.23%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.79%, Nontraditional 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WisdomTree Interest Rate Hedged U.S. Aggregate Bon... | 0.23% | 116.65M | Dec 2013 | |
| DoubleLine Asset-Backed Securities ETF | 0.40% | 116.29M | Feb 2025 | |
| JPMorgan Flexible Debt ETF | 0.45% | 1.35B | Sep 2025 | |
| Simplify Bond Bull ETF | 0.50% | 55.55M | Dec 2024 | |
| Fidelity Tactical Bond ETF | 0.55% | 36.89M | Jan 2023 |
Highest-Yield Nontraditional Bonds ETFs
The top Nontraditional Bonds ETFs is VPC (16.71%).
Across the lineup, Nontraditional Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 5.68%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virtus Private Credit ETF | 16.71% | 31.40M | Feb 2019 | |
| RH Hedged Multi-Asset Income ETF | 11.45% | 36.36M | Oct 2009 | |
| Strategy Shares Gold-Hedged Bond ETF | 9.99% | 122.76M | May 2021 | |
| NEOS Enhanced Income Credit Select ETF | 8.35% | 222.30M | Sep 2024 | |
| Brookmont Catastrophic Bond ETF | 8.22% | 16.11M | Mar 2025 |
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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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