IBDP vs. MILK

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

IBDP (iShares iBonds Dec 2024 Term Corporate ETF) and MILK (Pacer US Cash Cows Bond ETF) are both Corporate Bonds funds - IBDP tracks the Bloomberg December 2024 Maturity Corporate Index while MILK tracks the Solactive Pacer US Cash Cows Bond Index. Both are passively managed. IBDP charges 0.10%/yr vs 0.49%/yr for MILK.

Performance

IBDP vs. MILK - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in iShares iBonds Dec 2024 Term Corporate ETF (IBDP) and Pacer US Cash Cows Bond ETF (MILK). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

IBDP

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

MILK

• 1D: -0.24%
• 1M: 1.10%
• YTD: 2.18%
• 6M: 1.55%
• 1Y: 9.23%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

IBDP vs. MILK - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
IBDP iShares iBonds Dec 2024 Term Corporate ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
MILK Pacer US Cash Cows Bond ETF	2.18%	7.49%	-0.35%

Return for Risk

IBDP vs. MILK — Risk / Return Rank

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

MILK

MILK Risk / Return Rank: 52
MILK Sharpe Ratio Rank: 53
MILK Sortino Ratio Rank: 55
MILK Omega Ratio Rank: 51
MILK Calmar Ratio Rank: 50
MILK Martin Ratio Rank: 53

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.

IBDP vs. MILK - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for iShares iBonds Dec 2024 Term Corporate ETF (IBDP) and Pacer US Cash Cows Bond ETF (MILK). 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

	IBDP	MILK	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	1.78	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.97	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	IBDP	MILK	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-6.16%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-3.75%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-0.24%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-1.09%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	1.04%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	IBDP	MILK	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	1.58%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	3.78%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	5.21%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	6.69%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	6.69%	—

IBDP vs. MILK - Expense Ratio Comparison

IBDP has a 0.10% expense ratio, which is lower than MILK's 0.49% expense ratio.

Dividends

IBDP vs. MILK - Dividend Comparison

IBDP has not paid dividends to shareholders, while MILK's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 7.04%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
IBDP iShares iBonds Dec 2024 Term Corporate ETF	0.00%	0.00%	3.93%	3.01%	2.06%	1.86%	2.51%	3.15%	3.35%	3.15%	3.23%	3.74%
MILK Pacer US Cash Cows Bond ETF	7.04%	6.97%	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, IBDP or MILK?

On fees, IBDP 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, IBDP or MILK?

IBDP is cheaper with a 0.10% expense ratio, compared with 0.49% for MILK.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, IBDP or MILK?

MILK has the higher dividend yield at 7.04%, compared with 0.00% for IBDP.

What is the main difference between IBDP and MILK?

IBDP tracks Bloomberg December 2024 Maturity Corporate Index, while MILK tracks Solactive Pacer US Cash Cows Bond Index. They also come from different issuers: iShares and Pacer. Their fees differ too: 0.10% for IBDP and 0.49% for MILK.