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BlackRock Core Bond Trust (BHK)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US09249E1010
CUSIP
09249E101

Highlights

EPS (TTM)
$0.63
PE Ratio
14.60
PEG Ratio
0.05
Total Revenue (TTM)
$34.57M
Gross Profit (TTM)
$32.13M
EBITDA (TTM)
$21.10M
Year Range
$8.94 - $10.76
ROA (TTM)
4.20%
ROE (TTM)
6.29%

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in BlackRock Core Bond Trust, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

BlackRock Core Bond Trust (BHK) has returned -2.20% so far this year and -5.40% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, BHK has returned 3.38% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


BlackRock Core Bond Trust

1D
1.89%
1M
-3.60%
YTD
-2.20%
6M
-3.44%
1Y
-5.40%
3Y*
3.84%
5Y*
-2.25%
10Y*
3.38%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Nov 28, 2001, BHK's average daily return is +0.02%, while the average monthly return is +0.51%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 11.4 years.

Historically, 61% of months were positive and 39% were negative. The best month was Dec 2008 with a return of +18.4%, while the worst month was Sep 2022 at -14.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, BHK closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 25, 2008 with a return of +10.2%, while the worst single day was Oct 10, 2008 at -9.3%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20260.15%1.30%-3.60%-2.20%
20251.80%2.05%2.02%-2.41%-1.18%-2.93%-0.56%1.83%3.36%-0.66%-0.25%-0.36%2.51%
20241.06%-3.61%3.77%-3.86%4.04%0.69%5.98%4.61%4.00%-2.79%-2.36%-6.64%4.02%
202310.85%-4.18%0.34%1.89%-2.80%1.18%2.31%-3.39%-3.44%-6.41%12.89%6.25%14.42%
2022-13.63%-4.88%-3.08%-4.98%-3.13%-3.60%9.19%-3.98%-14.11%1.45%10.02%-4.99%-32.52%
2021-1.23%-3.47%1.97%1.82%2.18%2.57%0.32%-0.65%1.92%-0.33%0.33%2.48%8.03%

Benchmark Metrics

BlackRock Core Bond Trust has an annualized alpha of 4.85%, beta of 0.17, and R² of 0.06 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since November 29, 2001.

  • This stock participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (36.11%) than losses (30.13%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
  • Beta of 0.17 may look defensive, but with R² of 0.06 this stock is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index — low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this stock's risk.
  • R² of 0.06 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
4.85%
Beta
0.17
0.06
Upside Capture
36.11%
Downside Capture
30.13%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

BHK ranks 22 for risk / return — below 22% of stocks on our site. The returns aren't fully compensating for the risk involved. This isn't necessarily a dealbreaker, but factor it into your decision — especially if you're risk-averse.


BHK Risk / Return Rank: 2222
Overall Rank
BHK Sharpe Ratio Rank: 2020
Sharpe Ratio Rank
BHK Sortino Ratio Rank: 1919
Sortino Ratio Rank
BHK Omega Ratio Rank: 1818
Omega Ratio Rank
BHK Calmar Ratio Rank: 2626
Calmar Ratio Rank
BHK Martin Ratio Rank: 2828
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for BlackRock Core Bond Trust (BHK) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


BHKBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

-0.45

0.90

-1.35

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

-0.49

1.39

-1.87

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

0.93

1.21

-0.28

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

-0.45

1.40

-1.85

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

-0.79

6.61

-7.39

Explore BHK risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

BlackRock Core Bond Trust provided a 9.74% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.89 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 3 consecutive years.


5.00%6.00%7.00%8.00%9.00%$0.00$0.20$0.40$0.60$0.80$1.0020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.89$0.89$0.88$0.88$0.80$1.03$0.81$0.76$0.76$0.76$0.79$0.87

Dividend yield

9.74%9.25%8.56%8.21%7.91%6.36%5.06%5.32%6.39%5.56%6.23%7.03%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for BlackRock Core Bond Trust. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.22
2025$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.89
2024$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.88
2023$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.88
2022$0.00$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.80
2021$0.00$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.07$0.30$1.03

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

BlackRock Core Bond Trust has a dividend yield of 9.74%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.

Payout Ratio

BlackRock Core Bond Trust has a payout ratio of 129.98%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the BlackRock Core Bond Trust. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the BlackRock Core Bond Trust was 39.59%, occurring on Oct 20, 2022. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current BlackRock Core Bond Trust drawdown is 20.64%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-39.59%Sep 16, 2021277Oct 20, 2022
-30.7%May 28, 200896Oct 10, 2008197Jul 24, 2009293
-23.65%Feb 25, 202018Mar 19, 202057Jun 10, 202075
-19.41%Nov 13, 2012195Aug 22, 2013356Jan 22, 2015551
-12.45%Jun 16, 2003228May 10, 200491Sep 20, 2004319

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of BlackRock Core Bond Trust over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how BlackRock Core Bond Trust is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for BHK, comparing it with other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, BHK has a P/E ratio of 14.6. This P/E ratio is significantly higher than those of industry peers. This could indicate that the stock is overvalued or that investors expect strong future growth.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for BHK compared to other companies in the Asset Management industry. BHK currently has a PEG ratio of 0.1. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for BHK relative to other companies in the Asset Management industry. Currently, BHK has a P/S ratio of 19.1. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items