BAGIX vs. MWTIX
Compare and contrast key facts about Baird Aggregate Bond Fund Class I (BAGIX) and Metropolitan West Total Return Bond Fund Class I (MWTIX).
BAGIX is managed by Baird. It was launched on Sep 29, 2000. MWTIX is managed by Metropolitan West Funds.
Performance
BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Performance Comparison
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BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BAGIX Baird Aggregate Bond Fund Class I | -0.26% | 7.37% | 1.85% | 6.42% | -13.35% | -1.46% | 8.63% | 9.48% | -0.31% | 4.20% |
MWTIX Metropolitan West Total Return Bond Fund Class I | -0.48% | 7.51% | 0.77% | 6.02% | -15.49% | -1.32% | 9.00% | 9.10% | 0.36% | 3.43% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, BAGIX achieves a -0.26% return, which is significantly higher than MWTIX's -0.48% return. Over the past 10 years, BAGIX has outperformed MWTIX with an annualized return of 2.05%, while MWTIX has yielded a comparatively lower 1.64% annualized return.
BAGIX
- 1D
- 0.51%
- 1M
- -2.03%
- YTD
- -0.26%
- 6M
- 0.75%
- 1Y
- 4.14%
- 3Y*
- 4.05%
- 5Y*
- 0.51%
- 10Y*
- 2.05%
MWTIX
- 1D
- 0.55%
- 1M
- -2.47%
- YTD
- -0.48%
- 6M
- 0.53%
- 1Y
- 3.79%
- 3Y*
- 3.48%
- 5Y*
- -0.32%
- 10Y*
- 1.64%
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BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Expense Ratio Comparison
BAGIX has a 0.30% expense ratio, which is lower than MWTIX's 0.45% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
BAGIX vs. MWTIX — Risk / Return Rank
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BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Baird Aggregate Bond Fund Class I (BAGIX) and Metropolitan West Total Return Bond Fund Class I (MWTIX). 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.
| BAGIX | MWTIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.02 | 0.86 | +0.16 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.47 | 1.24 | +0.23 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.18 | 1.15 | +0.03 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.90 | 1.57 | +0.33 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 5.60 | 4.16 | +1.44 |
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
| BAGIX | MWTIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.02 | 0.86 | +0.16 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.09 | -0.05 | +0.14 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.42 | 0.31 | +0.11 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.97 | 0.92 | +0.05 |
Correlation
The correlation between BAGIX and MWTIX is 0.87, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.
Dividends
BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Dividend Comparison
BAGIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.19%, more than MWTIX's 3.64% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BAGIX Baird Aggregate Bond Fund Class I | 4.19% | 4.12% | 4.03% | 3.47% | 2.70% | 2.00% | 3.39% | 2.75% | 2.87% | 2.54% | 2.25% | 2.46% |
MWTIX Metropolitan West Total Return Bond Fund Class I | 3.64% | 3.89% | 4.38% | 4.11% | 2.08% | 1.12% | 6.48% | 3.61% | 2.91% | 2.14% | 3.35% | 2.94% |
Drawdowns
BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum BAGIX drawdown since its inception was -18.62%, smaller than the maximum MWTIX drawdown of -20.58%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for BAGIX and MWTIX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| BAGIX | MWTIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -18.62% | -20.58% | +1.96% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -2.63% | -3.05% | +0.42% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -18.60% | -20.51% | +1.91% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -18.62% | -20.58% | +1.96% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -2.03% | -4.67% | +2.64% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.36% | -2.76% | +0.40% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.89% | 1.15% | -0.26% |
Volatility
BAGIX vs. MWTIX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Baird Aggregate Bond Fund Class I (BAGIX) is 1.50%, while Metropolitan West Total Return Bond Fund Class I (MWTIX) has a volatility of 1.80%. This indicates that BAGIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than MWTIX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| BAGIX | MWTIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 1.50% | 1.80% | -0.30% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 2.49% | 2.91% | -0.42% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 4.28% | 4.89% | -0.61% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 5.90% | 6.61% | -0.71% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 4.88% | 5.30% | -0.42% |