DFXIX vs. EXCRX
Compare and contrast key facts about DFA Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio (DFXIX) and Manning & Napier Core Bond Series (EXCRX).
DFXIX is managed by Dimensional. It was launched on Aug 10, 2016. EXCRX is managed by Manning & Napier. It was launched on Apr 21, 2005.
Performance
DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Performance Comparison
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DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFXIX DFA Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio | 0.29% | 5.85% | 3.05% | 4.93% | -7.88% | -0.56% | 5.90% | 269.83% | 1.07% | 0.87% |
EXCRX Manning & Napier Core Bond Series | -0.17% | 6.82% | 1.05% | 5.47% | -13.20% | -1.89% | 8.66% | 8.18% | -0.74% | 2.81% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, DFXIX achieves a 0.29% return, which is significantly higher than EXCRX's -0.17% return.
DFXIX
- 1D
- 0.40%
- 1M
- -1.29%
- YTD
- 0.29%
- 6M
- 1.05%
- 1Y
- 4.22%
- 3Y*
- 3.87%
- 5Y*
- 1.45%
- 10Y*
- —
EXCRX
- 1D
- 0.66%
- 1M
- -2.07%
- YTD
- -0.17%
- 6M
- 0.64%
- 1Y
- 3.76%
- 3Y*
- 3.31%
- 5Y*
- 0.06%
- 10Y*
- 1.57%
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DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Expense Ratio Comparison
DFXIX has a 0.15% expense ratio, which is lower than EXCRX's 0.65% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
DFXIX vs. EXCRX — Risk / Return Rank
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DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for DFA Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio (DFXIX) and Manning & Napier Core Bond Series (EXCRX). 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.
| DFXIX | EXCRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.57 | 0.84 | +0.72 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.27 | 1.22 | +1.04 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.29 | 1.15 | +0.14 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.57 | 1.47 | +1.10 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.40 | 4.13 | +4.28 |
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
| DFXIX | EXCRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.57 | 0.84 | +0.72 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.41 | 0.01 | +0.40 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | — | 0.33 | — |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.56 | 0.72 | -0.15 |
Correlation
The correlation between DFXIX and EXCRX 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
DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Dividend Comparison
DFXIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.72%, less than EXCRX's 4.26% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFXIX DFA Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio | 3.72% | 3.21% | 3.72% | 3.02% | 2.69% | 2.31% | 1.39% | 102.11% | 2.10% | 1.09% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
EXCRX Manning & Napier Core Bond Series | 4.26% | 4.18% | 3.82% | 3.64% | 2.23% | 2.28% | 5.15% | 2.01% | 2.32% | 1.94% | 2.14% | 2.45% |
Drawdowns
DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum DFXIX drawdown since its inception was -10.51%, smaller than the maximum EXCRX drawdown of -18.70%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DFXIX and EXCRX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| DFXIX | EXCRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -10.51% | -18.70% | +8.19% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -1.69% | -3.09% | +1.40% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -10.51% | -18.65% | +8.14% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -18.70% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -1.29% | -3.21% | +1.92% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.34% | -2.87% | +0.53% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.52% | 1.10% | -0.58% |
Volatility
DFXIX vs. EXCRX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for DFA Diversified Fixed Income Portfolio (DFXIX) is 1.09%, while Manning & Napier Core Bond Series (EXCRX) has a volatility of 1.81%. This indicates that DFXIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than EXCRX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| DFXIX | EXCRX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 1.09% | 1.81% | -0.72% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 1.84% | 2.73% | -0.89% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.85% | 4.61% | -1.76% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 3.58% | 5.87% | -2.29% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 29.85% | 4.83% | +25.02% |