DM vs. DGRO

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

DM (Desktop Metal, Inc.) is a stock, while DGRO (iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF) is Large Cap Growth Equities fund tracking the Morningstar US Dividend Growth Index. At a 0.25 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

DM vs. DGRO - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Desktop Metal, Inc. (DM) and iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

DM

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

DGRO

• 1D: -0.28%
• 1M: 3.14%
• YTD: 8.76%
• 6M: 8.75%
• 1Y: 22.54%
• 3Y*: 16.99%
• 5Y*: 10.54%
• 10Y*: 13.30%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

DM vs. DGRO - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019
DM Desktop Metal, Inc.	0.00%	111.97%	-68.84%	-44.78%	-72.53%	-71.22%	72.34%	2.89%
DGRO iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF	8.76%	15.69%	16.62%	10.47%	-7.91%	26.64%	9.50%	12.40%

Correlation

The correlation between DM and DGRO is 0.25, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.20
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.29
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 6, 2019	0.25

Return for Risk

DM vs. DGRO — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

DGRO

DGRO Risk / Return Rank: 71
DGRO Sharpe Ratio Rank: 71
DGRO Sortino Ratio Rank: 76
DGRO Omega Ratio Rank: 70
DGRO Calmar Ratio Rank: 69
DGRO Martin Ratio Rank: 71

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

DM vs. DGRO - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Desktop Metal, Inc. (DM) and iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF (DGRO). 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.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	DM	DGRO	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.39	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.77	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.80	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.76	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	DM	DGRO	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-35.10%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-6.47%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-14.03%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-19.31%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-35.10%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-0.28%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-3.44%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	1.67%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	DM	DGRO	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	2.21%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	6.91%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	9.48%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	13.82%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	16.62%	—

Dividends

DM vs. DGRO - Dividend Comparison

DM has not paid dividends to shareholders, while DGRO's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.96%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
DGRO iShares Core Dividend Growth ETF	1.96%	2.09%	2.26%	2.45%	2.34%	1.93%	2.30%	2.21%	2.44%	2.03%	2.27%	2.52%
DM Desktop Metal, Inc.	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both DM and DGRO in my portfolio?

DM and DGRO have a correlation of 0.25, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.