DBLTX vs. PTTRX
Compare and contrast key facts about DoubleLine Total Return Bond Fund Class I (DBLTX) and PIMCO Total Return Fund Institutional Class (PTTRX).
DBLTX is managed by DoubleLine. It was launched on Apr 6, 2010. PTTRX is managed by PIMCO.
Performance
DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Performance Comparison
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DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DBLTX DoubleLine Total Return Bond Fund Class I | -0.54% | 8.05% | 3.08% | 5.34% | -12.56% | 0.24% | 4.13% | 5.81% | 1.76% | 3.80% |
PTTRX PIMCO Total Return Fund Institutional Class | -0.68% | 9.35% | 2.62% | 6.33% | -14.72% | -0.59% | 8.88% | 8.36% | -0.24% | 5.13% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, DBLTX achieves a -0.54% return, which is significantly higher than PTTRX's -0.68% return. Over the past 10 years, DBLTX has underperformed PTTRX with an annualized return of 1.80%, while PTTRX has yielded a comparatively higher 2.27% annualized return.
DBLTX
- 1D
- -0.34%
- 1M
- -2.00%
- YTD
- -0.54%
- 6M
- 0.55%
- 1Y
- 3.79%
- 3Y*
- 4.14%
- 5Y*
- 0.70%
- 10Y*
- 1.80%
PTTRX
- 1D
- 0.34%
- 1M
- -2.24%
- YTD
- -0.68%
- 6M
- 0.80%
- 1Y
- 4.56%
- 3Y*
- 4.81%
- 5Y*
- 0.66%
- 10Y*
- 2.27%
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DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Expense Ratio Comparison
DBLTX has a 0.50% expense ratio, which is higher than PTTRX's 0.47% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
DBLTX vs. PTTRX — Risk / Return Rank
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DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for DoubleLine Total Return Bond Fund Class I (DBLTX) and PIMCO Total Return Fund Institutional Class (PTTRX). 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.
| DBLTX | PTTRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.98 | 0.97 | +0.01 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.43 | 1.37 | +0.06 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.17 | 1.18 | 0.00 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.51 | 1.69 | -0.18 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 4.43 | 4.99 | -0.56 |
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
| DBLTX | PTTRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.98 | 0.97 | +0.01 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.13 | 0.11 | +0.02 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.41 | 0.44 | -0.03 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.91 | 1.15 | -0.24 |
Correlation
The correlation between DBLTX and PTTRX is 0.82, 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
DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Dividend Comparison
DBLTX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.44%, more than PTTRX's 4.12% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DBLTX DoubleLine Total Return Bond Fund Class I | 4.44% | 4.86% | 5.03% | 4.35% | 3.86% | 3.12% | 3.39% | 3.66% | 3.74% | 3.65% | 3.72% | 4.11% |
PTTRX PIMCO Total Return Fund Institutional Class | 4.12% | 4.47% | 4.61% | 3.81% | 3.63% | 2.59% | 6.11% | 3.96% | 3.13% | 2.63% | 3.02% | 6.64% |
Drawdowns
DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum DBLTX drawdown since its inception was -16.49%, smaller than the maximum PTTRX drawdown of -19.28%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DBLTX and PTTRX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| DBLTX | PTTRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -16.49% | -19.28% | +2.79% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -2.88% | -3.67% | +0.79% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -16.49% | -19.28% | +2.79% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -16.49% | -19.28% | +2.79% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -2.54% | -2.78% | +0.24% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.38% | -2.19% | -0.19% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.98% | 1.24% | -0.26% |
Volatility
DBLTX vs. PTTRX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for DoubleLine Total Return Bond Fund Class I (DBLTX) is 1.70%, while PIMCO Total Return Fund Institutional Class (PTTRX) has a volatility of 2.05%. This indicates that DBLTX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than PTTRX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| DBLTX | PTTRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 1.70% | 2.05% | -0.35% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 2.64% | 3.00% | -0.36% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 4.23% | 5.15% | -0.92% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 5.56% | 6.20% | -0.64% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 4.38% | 5.19% | -0.81% |