DAMDX vs. DNAVX
Compare and contrast key facts about Dunham Monthly Distribution Fund (DAMDX) and Dunham Dynamic Macro Fund (DNAVX).
DAMDX is managed by Dunham. It was launched on Jul 31, 2008. DNAVX is managed by Dunham. It was launched on Apr 28, 2010.
Performance
DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Performance Comparison
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DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DAMDX Dunham Monthly Distribution Fund | 0.61% | 7.93% | 5.29% | 4.06% | 0.57% | 0.12% | 0.44% | 5.54% | -1.01% | 4.08% |
DNAVX Dunham Dynamic Macro Fund | 2.93% | 5.12% | 6.13% | 18.70% | -14.02% | 9.29% | 1.63% | 13.99% | -8.44% | 8.09% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, DAMDX achieves a 0.61% return, which is significantly lower than DNAVX's 2.93% return. Over the past 10 years, DAMDX has underperformed DNAVX with an annualized return of 3.04%, while DNAVX has yielded a comparatively higher 3.99% annualized return.
DAMDX
- 1D
- -0.41%
- 1M
- -0.55%
- YTD
- 0.61%
- 6M
- 2.45%
- 1Y
- 7.51%
- 3Y*
- 5.76%
- 5Y*
- 3.33%
- 10Y*
- 3.04%
DNAVX
- 1D
- 0.17%
- 1M
- -1.11%
- YTD
- 2.93%
- 6M
- 2.70%
- 1Y
- 7.48%
- 3Y*
- 9.73%
- 5Y*
- 4.95%
- 10Y*
- 3.99%
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DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Expense Ratio Comparison
DAMDX has a 2.38% expense ratio, which is higher than DNAVX's 1.88% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
DAMDX vs. DNAVX — Risk / Return Rank
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DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Dunham Monthly Distribution Fund (DAMDX) and Dunham Dynamic Macro Fund (DNAVX). 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.
| DAMDX | DNAVX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.79 | 1.73 | +1.06 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 4.91 | 2.55 | +2.36 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.81 | 1.36 | +0.46 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 4.77 | 3.72 | +1.05 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 35.45 | 15.45 | +20.00 |
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
| DAMDX | DNAVX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.79 | 1.73 | +1.06 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.77 | 0.57 | +0.20 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.76 | 0.47 | +0.28 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | -0.14 | 0.34 | -0.48 |
Correlation
The correlation between DAMDX and DNAVX is 0.49, 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
DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Dividend Comparison
DAMDX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 7.08%, less than DNAVX's 11.23% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DAMDX Dunham Monthly Distribution Fund | 7.08% | 7.83% | 8.84% | 8.77% | 5.35% | 3.47% | 3.64% | 6.31% | 4.86% | 4.27% | 3.54% | 4.39% |
DNAVX Dunham Dynamic Macro Fund | 11.23% | 11.56% | 0.00% | 3.41% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.75% | 0.00% | 2.42% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Drawdowns
DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum DAMDX drawdown since its inception was -69.68%, which is greater than DNAVX's maximum drawdown of -17.73%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DAMDX and DNAVX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| DAMDX | DNAVX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -69.68% | -17.73% | -51.95% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -1.56% | -2.13% | +0.57% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -8.44% | -17.12% | +8.68% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -8.44% | -17.73% | +9.29% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -35.88% | -1.11% | -34.77% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -48.86% | -3.91% | -44.95% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.21% | 0.51% | -0.30% |
Volatility
DAMDX vs. DNAVX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Dunham Monthly Distribution Fund (DAMDX) is 0.56%, while Dunham Dynamic Macro Fund (DNAVX) has a volatility of 2.29%. This indicates that DAMDX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than DNAVX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| DAMDX | DNAVX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 0.56% | 2.29% | -1.73% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 1.07% | 3.25% | -2.18% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.69% | 4.40% | -1.71% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 4.34% | 8.68% | -4.34% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 4.02% | 8.46% | -4.44% |