ASHIX vs. ANNPX
Compare and contrast key facts about Virtus Short Duration High Income Fund (ASHIX) and Virtus Convertible Fund (ANNPX).
ASHIX is managed by Allianz. It was launched on Oct 3, 2011. ANNPX is managed by Allianz. It was launched on Apr 18, 1993.
Performance
ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Performance Comparison
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ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ASHIX Virtus Short Duration High Income Fund | -0.96% | 6.61% | 7.61% | 12.55% | -5.21% | 5.35% | 6.00% | 7.97% | -0.03% | 4.27% |
ANNPX Virtus Convertible Fund | -0.19% | 22.50% | 14.13% | 8.39% | -18.65% | 4.96% | 55.99% | 26.45% | 2.76% | 15.22% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, ASHIX achieves a -0.96% return, which is significantly lower than ANNPX's -0.19% return. Over the past 10 years, ASHIX has underperformed ANNPX with an annualized return of 5.13%, while ANNPX has yielded a comparatively higher 12.62% annualized return.
ASHIX
- 1D
- 0.15%
- 1M
- -1.62%
- YTD
- -0.96%
- 6M
- 0.17%
- 1Y
- 4.90%
- 3Y*
- 7.57%
- 5Y*
- 4.53%
- 10Y*
- 5.13%
ANNPX
- 1D
- -1.73%
- 1M
- -5.81%
- YTD
- -0.19%
- 6M
- 2.89%
- 1Y
- 26.44%
- 3Y*
- 13.75%
- 5Y*
- 4.99%
- 10Y*
- 12.62%
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ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Expense Ratio Comparison
ASHIX has a 0.60% expense ratio, which is lower than ANNPX's 0.71% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
ASHIX vs. ANNPX — Risk / Return Rank
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ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Virtus Short Duration High Income Fund (ASHIX) and Virtus Convertible Fund (ANNPX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| ASHIX | ANNPX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.70 | 1.87 | -0.17 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.42 | 2.48 | -0.06 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.40 | 1.34 | +0.06 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.80 | 3.47 | -1.67 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.22 | 13.90 | -5.68 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| ASHIX | ANNPX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.70 | 1.87 | -0.17 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 1.34 | 0.39 | +0.95 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 1.24 | 0.94 | +0.30 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 1.35 | 0.51 | +0.84 |
Correlation
The correlation between ASHIX and ANNPX is 0.42, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.
Dividends
ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Dividend Comparison
ASHIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 6.15%, less than ANNPX's 11.28% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ASHIX Virtus Short Duration High Income Fund | 6.15% | 6.68% | 7.01% | 6.45% | 6.22% | 5.53% | 5.95% | 5.41% | 5.64% | 5.02% | 5.36% | 6.44% |
ANNPX Virtus Convertible Fund | 11.28% | 11.32% | 2.31% | 2.56% | 1.55% | 20.74% | 6.94% | 5.12% | 18.79% | 23.47% | 2.88% | 10.63% |
Drawdowns
ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum ASHIX drawdown since its inception was -19.54%, smaller than the maximum ANNPX drawdown of -55.61%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for ASHIX and ANNPX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| ASHIX | ANNPX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -19.54% | -55.61% | +36.07% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -2.59% | -7.15% | +4.56% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -9.33% | -26.85% | +17.52% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -19.54% | -27.36% | +7.82% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -1.62% | -7.15% | +5.53% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -0.99% | -17.54% | +16.55% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.57% | 1.79% | -1.22% |
Volatility
ASHIX vs. ANNPX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Virtus Short Duration High Income Fund (ASHIX) is 0.90%, while Virtus Convertible Fund (ANNPX) has a volatility of 6.20%. This indicates that ASHIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than ANNPX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| ASHIX | ANNPX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 0.90% | 6.20% | -5.30% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 1.81% | 11.16% | -9.35% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.85% | 14.09% | -11.24% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 3.39% | 12.78% | -9.39% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 4.14% | 13.44% | -9.30% |