IRONX vs. CIHEX

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

IRONX (Ironclad Managed Risk Fund) and CIHEX (Calamos Hedged Equity Fund) are both Options Trading funds. Over the past 10 years, IRONX returned 26.84%/yr vs 8.60%/yr for CIHEX. Their correlation of 0.84 suggests significant overlap in exposure. IRONX charges 1.25%/yr vs 0.91%/yr for CIHEX.

Performance

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Ironclad Managed Risk Fund (IRONX) and Calamos Hedged Equity Fund (CIHEX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, IRONX achieves a 5.42% return, which is significantly lower than CIHEX's 6.67% return. Over the past 10 years, IRONX has outperformed CIHEX with an annualized return of 26.84%, while CIHEX has yielded a comparatively lower 8.60% annualized return.

IRONX

• 1D: -0.07%
• 1M: 2.68%
• YTD: 5.42%
• 6M: 4.78%
• 1Y: 14.96%
• 3Y*: 12.28%
• 5Y*: 9.67%
• 10Y*: 26.84%

CIHEX

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: 3.43%
• YTD: 6.67%
• 6M: 6.71%
• 1Y: 16.62%
• 3Y*: 13.73%
• 5Y*: 8.45%
• 10Y*: 8.60%

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

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
IRONX Ironclad Managed Risk Fund	5.42%	10.57%	14.78%	10.61%	0.26%	13.24%	5.91%	458.33%	1.99%	3.33%
CIHEX Calamos Hedged Equity Fund	6.67%	11.36%	14.96%	15.88%	-11.11%	13.31%	9.66%	14.47%	0.87%	8.37%

Correlation

The correlation between IRONX and CIHEX is 0.96 - these two move nearly in lockstep. At this level, holding both provides almost no diversification benefit. If you already own one, adding the other does little to reduce portfolio risk.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.96
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.94
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.91
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.84
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 5, 2015	0.84

The correlation between IRONX and CIHEX shifts across timeframes, from 0.84 (all time) to 0.96 (1 year), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Return for Risk

IRONX vs. CIHEX — Risk / Return Rank

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

IRONX

IRONX Risk / Return Rank: 43
IRONX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 42
IRONX Sortino Ratio Rank: 39
IRONX Omega Ratio Rank: 41
IRONX Calmar Ratio Rank: 46
IRONX Martin Ratio Rank: 46

CIHEX

CIHEX Risk / Return Rank: 81
CIHEX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 82
CIHEX Sortino Ratio Rank: 81
CIHEX Omega Ratio Rank: 76
CIHEX Calmar Ratio Rank: 80
CIHEX Martin Ratio Rank: 85

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.

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Ironclad Managed Risk Fund (IRONX) and Calamos Hedged Equity Fund (CIHEX). 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.

	IRONX	CIHEX	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.89	2.67	-0.77
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.61	3.83	-1.22
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.34	1.50	-0.16
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	2.57	3.68	-1.11
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	9.61	16.34	-6.73
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current IRONX Sharpe Ratio is 1.89, which is comparable to the CIHEX Sharpe Ratio of 2.67. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of IRONX and CIHEX, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	IRONX	CIHEX	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	1.89	2.67	-0.77
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	1.03	0.93	+0.10
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.66	0.92	-0.26
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.57	0.82	-0.25

Drawdowns

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum IRONX drawdown since its inception was -13.71%, smaller than the maximum CIHEX drawdown of -17.80%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for IRONX and CIHEX.

Drawdown Indicators

	IRONX	CIHEX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-13.71%	-17.80%	+4.09%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-5.99%	-4.68%	-1.31%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-11.68%	-9.80%	-1.88%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-11.68%	-15.77%	+4.09%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-13.71%	-17.80%	+4.09%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.07%	0.00%	-0.07%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-1.78%	-2.32%	+0.54%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	1.60%	1.05%	+0.55%

Volatility

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Volatility Comparison

Ironclad Managed Risk Fund (IRONX) has a higher volatility of 1.84% compared to Calamos Hedged Equity Fund (CIHEX) at 1.63%. This indicates that IRONX's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than CIHEX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	IRONX	CIHEX	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	1.84%	1.63%	+0.21%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	5.96%	4.76%	+1.20%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	8.14%	6.46%	+1.68%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	9.45%	9.14%	+0.31%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	40.76%	9.39%	+31.37%

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Expense Ratio Comparison

IRONX has a 1.25% expense ratio, which is higher than CIHEX's 0.91% expense ratio.

Dividends

IRONX vs. CIHEX - Dividend Comparison

IRONX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.06%, less than CIHEX's 0.31% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
CIHEX Calamos Hedged Equity Fund	0.31%	0.33%	0.46%	0.69%	0.73%	0.44%	1.03%	0.99%	3.16%	0.85%	1.29%	1.69%
IRONX Ironclad Managed Risk Fund	0.06%	0.06%	0.19%	5.17%	2.97%	13.84%	4.16%	121.75%	8.85%	9.93%	1.42%	0.38%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both IRONX and CIHEX in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 0.96, IRONX and CIHEX move almost identically. Holding both adds very little diversification - you're essentially doubling your position in the same market segment. Choosing one is usually more capital-efficient.

Which is riskier, IRONX or CIHEX?

IRONX has higher volatility (1.84%) compared to CIHEX (1.63%). In terms of maximum drawdown, IRONX dropped -13.71% vs CIHEX's -17.80%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

CIHEX currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (2.67 vs 1.89), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.