IBDO vs. QCON

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

IBDO (iShares iBonds Dec 2023 Term Corporate ETF) and QCON (American Century Quality Convertible Securities ETF) are both Corporate Bonds funds. IBDO is passively managed, while QCON is actively managed. IBDO charges 0.10%/yr vs 0.32%/yr for QCON.

Performance

IBDO vs. QCON - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in iShares iBonds Dec 2023 Term Corporate ETF (IBDO) and American Century Quality Convertible Securities ETF (QCON). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

IBDO

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

QCON

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: 0.00%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

IBDO vs. QCON - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
IBDO iShares iBonds Dec 2023 Term Corporate ETF	0.00%
QCON American Century Quality Convertible Securities ETF	0.00%

Return for Risk

IBDO vs. QCON - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for iShares iBonds Dec 2023 Term Corporate ETF (IBDO) and American Century Quality Convertible Securities ETF (QCON). 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.

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	IBDO	QCON	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	0.00%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	0.00%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	0.00%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	IBDO	QCON	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	0.00%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	0.00%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	0.00%	—

IBDO vs. QCON - Expense Ratio Comparison

IBDO has a 0.10% expense ratio, which is lower than QCON's 0.32% expense ratio.

Dividends

IBDO vs. QCON - Dividend Comparison

Neither IBDO nor QCON has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
IBDO iShares iBonds Dec 2023 Term Corporate ETF	0.00%	3.61%	1.85%	2.04%	2.47%	3.01%	3.10%	2.96%	3.01%	2.39%
QCON American Century Quality Convertible Securities ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, IBDO or QCON?

On fees, IBDO is cheaper at 0.10% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, IBDO or QCON?

IBDO is cheaper with a 0.10% expense ratio, compared with 0.32% for QCON.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, IBDO or QCON?

IBDO and QCON have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between IBDO and QCON?

They also come from different issuers: iShares and American Century. Their fees differ too: 0.10% for IBDO and 0.32% for QCON.