GLDYX vs. GGBFX
Compare and contrast key facts about GuideStone Funds Low-Duration Bond Fund (GLDYX) and GuideStone Funds Global Bond Fund (GGBFX).
GLDYX is managed by GuideStone Funds. It was launched on Aug 27, 2001. GGBFX is managed by GuideStone Funds. It was launched on Dec 28, 2006.
Performance
GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Performance Comparison
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GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GLDYX GuideStone Funds Low-Duration Bond Fund | 0.09% | 5.66% | 4.81% | 5.09% | -4.42% | -0.47% | 3.39% | 4.00% | 1.83% | 1.69% |
GGBFX GuideStone Funds Global Bond Fund | -0.99% | 7.55% | 0.40% | 5.77% | -13.90% | -2.57% | 5.03% | 11.04% | -4.74% | 7.69% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, GLDYX achieves a 0.09% return, which is significantly higher than GGBFX's -0.99% return. Over the past 10 years, GLDYX has outperformed GGBFX with an annualized return of 2.27%, while GGBFX has yielded a comparatively lower 1.95% annualized return.
GLDYX
- 1D
- 0.00%
- 1M
- -0.42%
- YTD
- 0.09%
- 6M
- 1.20%
- 1Y
- 4.10%
- 3Y*
- 4.71%
- 5Y*
- 2.06%
- 10Y*
- 2.27%
GGBFX
- 1D
- 0.35%
- 1M
- -1.58%
- YTD
- -0.99%
- 6M
- -0.45%
- 1Y
- 4.04%
- 3Y*
- 3.54%
- 5Y*
- -0.41%
- 10Y*
- 1.95%
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GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Expense Ratio Comparison
GLDYX has a 0.34% expense ratio, which is lower than GGBFX's 0.86% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
GLDYX vs. GGBFX — Risk / Return Rank
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GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for GuideStone Funds Low-Duration Bond Fund (GLDYX) and GuideStone Funds Global Bond Fund (GGBFX). 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.
| GLDYX | GGBFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.86 | 1.01 | +1.85 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 4.57 | 1.45 | +3.12 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.67 | 1.18 | +0.49 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.96 | 1.13 | +2.83 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 17.21 | 4.48 | +12.73 |
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
| GLDYX | GGBFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.86 | 1.01 | +1.85 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 1.15 | -0.08 | +1.23 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 1.47 | 0.43 | +1.03 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.65 | 0.70 | -0.05 |
Correlation
The correlation between GLDYX and GGBFX is 0.46, 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
GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Dividend Comparison
GLDYX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.11%, more than GGBFX's 3.04% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GLDYX GuideStone Funds Low-Duration Bond Fund | 4.11% | 4.32% | 4.31% | 3.36% | 1.72% | 1.02% | 1.70% | 2.49% | 2.87% | 1.60% | 1.66% | 1.03% |
GGBFX GuideStone Funds Global Bond Fund | 3.04% | 3.05% | 2.88% | 1.10% | 0.95% | 3.55% | 1.44% | 3.29% | 3.13% | 3.45% | 3.96% | 4.01% |
Drawdowns
GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum GLDYX drawdown since its inception was -11.73%, smaller than the maximum GGBFX drawdown of -27.03%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for GLDYX and GGBFX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| GLDYX | GGBFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -11.73% | -27.03% | +15.30% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -1.04% | -3.80% | +2.76% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -6.68% | -20.84% | +14.16% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -6.68% | -20.97% | +14.29% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -0.65% | -5.15% | +4.50% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.17% | -4.64% | +2.47% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 0.24% | 0.95% | -0.71% |
Volatility
GLDYX vs. GGBFX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for GuideStone Funds Low-Duration Bond Fund (GLDYX) is 0.61%, while GuideStone Funds Global Bond Fund (GGBFX) has a volatility of 1.75%. This indicates that GLDYX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than GGBFX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| GLDYX | GGBFX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 0.61% | 1.75% | -1.14% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 0.93% | 2.66% | -1.73% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.44% | 4.01% | -2.57% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 1.81% | 4.91% | -3.10% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 1.55% | 4.49% | -2.94% |