BBCPX vs. VO
Compare and contrast key facts about Bridge Builder Core Plus Bond Fund (BBCPX) and Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF (VO).
BBCPX is managed by Bridge Builder. It was launched on Jul 13, 2015. VO is a passively managed fund by Vanguard that tracks the performance of the CRSP US Mid Cap Index. It was launched on Jan 26, 2004.
Performance
BBCPX vs. VO - Performance Comparison
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BBCPX vs. VO - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BBCPX Bridge Builder Core Plus Bond Fund | -1.29% | 8.97% | 2.28% | 6.58% | -13.24% | -0.29% | 9.27% | 9.31% | 0.34% | 4.20% |
VO Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF | -0.68% | 11.62% | 15.31% | 16.03% | -18.73% | 24.70% | 18.10% | 30.98% | -9.24% | 19.28% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, BBCPX achieves a -1.29% return, which is significantly lower than VO's -0.68% return. Over the past 10 years, BBCPX has underperformed VO with an annualized return of 2.32%, while VO has yielded a comparatively higher 10.67% annualized return.
BBCPX
- 1D
- 0.57%
- 1M
- -2.86%
- YTD
- -1.29%
- 6M
- 0.25%
- 1Y
- 4.34%
- 3Y*
- 4.27%
- 5Y*
- 0.81%
- 10Y*
- 2.32%
VO
- 1D
- 2.22%
- 1M
- -5.86%
- YTD
- -0.68%
- 6M
- -1.48%
- 1Y
- 12.73%
- 3Y*
- 12.61%
- 5Y*
- 6.66%
- 10Y*
- 10.67%
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BBCPX vs. VO - Expense Ratio Comparison
BBCPX has a 0.15% expense ratio, which is higher than VO's 0.04% expense ratio. However, both funds are considered low-cost compared to the broader market, where average expense ratios usually range from 0.3% to 0.9%.
Return for Risk
BBCPX vs. VO — Risk / Return Rank
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BBCPX vs. VO - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Bridge Builder Core Plus Bond Fund (BBCPX) and Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF (VO). 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.
| BBCPX | VO | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.07 | 0.73 | +0.34 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.53 | 1.12 | +0.40 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.19 | 1.16 | +0.03 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.48 | 1.05 | +0.43 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 4.95 | 4.84 | +0.11 |
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
| BBCPX | VO | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.07 | 0.73 | +0.34 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.14 | 0.38 | -0.24 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.48 | 0.57 | -0.09 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.51 | 0.48 | +0.03 |
Correlation
The correlation between BBCPX and VO is 0.04, which is considered to be low. This implies their price changes are not closely related. A low correlation is generally favorable for portfolio diversification, as it helps to reduce overall risk by spreading it across multiple assets with different performance patterns.
Dividends
BBCPX vs. VO - Dividend Comparison
BBCPX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.06%, more than VO's 1.51% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BBCPX Bridge Builder Core Plus Bond Fund | 4.06% | 4.79% | 4.93% | 4.12% | 2.96% | 2.39% | 4.70% | 5.00% | 3.47% | 2.71% | 0.64% | 0.00% |
VO Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF | 1.51% | 1.52% | 1.49% | 1.52% | 1.60% | 1.12% | 1.45% | 1.48% | 1.82% | 1.35% | 1.45% | 1.47% |
Drawdowns
BBCPX vs. VO - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum BBCPX drawdown since its inception was -18.25%, smaller than the maximum VO drawdown of -58.87%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for BBCPX and VO.
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Drawdown Indicators
| BBCPX | VO | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -18.25% | -58.87% | +40.62% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -3.41% | -12.74% | +9.33% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -18.25% | -27.57% | +9.32% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -18.25% | -39.37% | +21.12% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -2.86% | -6.12% | +3.26% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -3.82% | -7.91% | +4.09% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 1.02% | 2.76% | -1.74% |
Volatility
BBCPX vs. VO - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Bridge Builder Core Plus Bond Fund (BBCPX) is 1.79%, while Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF (VO) has a volatility of 4.89%. This indicates that BBCPX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than VO based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| BBCPX | VO | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 1.79% | 4.89% | -3.10% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 2.91% | 9.72% | -6.81% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 4.76% | 17.57% | -12.81% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 5.95% | 17.62% | -11.67% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 4.86% | 18.94% | -14.08% |