PPRMX vs. FBALX
Compare and contrast key facts about PIMCO Inflation Response Multi-Asset Fund (PPRMX) and Fidelity Balanced Fund (FBALX).
PPRMX is managed by PIMCO. It was launched on Aug 30, 2011. FBALX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on Nov 6, 1986.
Performance
PPRMX vs. FBALX - Performance Comparison
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PPRMX vs. FBALX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PPRMX PIMCO Inflation Response Multi-Asset Fund | 2.81% | 16.58% | 12.47% | 6.37% | -5.22% | 13.72% | 9.32% | 11.25% | -3.76% | 8.38% |
FBALX Fidelity Balanced Fund | -3.70% | 15.11% | 16.09% | 20.31% | -18.29% | 18.27% | 22.45% | 24.40% | -3.98% | 16.52% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, PPRMX achieves a 2.81% return, which is significantly higher than FBALX's -3.70% return. Over the past 10 years, PPRMX has underperformed FBALX with an annualized return of 7.54%, while FBALX has yielded a comparatively higher 10.51% annualized return.
PPRMX
- 1D
- 0.63%
- 1M
- -2.56%
- YTD
- 2.81%
- 6M
- 5.35%
- 1Y
- 12.93%
- 3Y*
- 12.27%
- 5Y*
- 8.80%
- 10Y*
- 7.54%
FBALX
- 1D
- -0.16%
- 1M
- -5.81%
- YTD
- -3.70%
- 6M
- -0.91%
- 1Y
- 13.97%
- 3Y*
- 12.91%
- 5Y*
- 7.44%
- 10Y*
- 10.51%
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PPRMX vs. FBALX - Expense Ratio Comparison
PPRMX has a 0.76% expense ratio, which is higher than FBALX's 0.51% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
PPRMX vs. FBALX — Risk / Return Rank
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PPRMX vs. FBALX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for PIMCO Inflation Response Multi-Asset Fund (PPRMX) and Fidelity Balanced Fund (FBALX). 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.
| PPRMX | FBALX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.01 | 1.22 | +0.78 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.68 | 1.78 | +0.90 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.38 | 1.27 | +0.11 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.87 | 1.61 | +1.26 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 13.10 | 7.56 | +5.54 |
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
| PPRMX | FBALX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 2.01 | 1.22 | +0.78 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 1.06 | 0.62 | +0.45 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 1.00 | 0.83 | +0.18 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.66 | 0.78 | -0.13 |
Correlation
The correlation between PPRMX and FBALX is 0.41, 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
PPRMX vs. FBALX - Dividend Comparison
PPRMX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 2.45%, less than FBALX's 5.90% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PPRMX PIMCO Inflation Response Multi-Asset Fund | 2.45% | 2.52% | 9.77% | 0.00% | 14.01% | 11.20% | 0.76% | 3.11% | 11.35% | 6.36% | 0.45% | 3.01% |
FBALX Fidelity Balanced Fund | 5.90% | 5.69% | 5.67% | 2.28% | 8.06% | 9.66% | 5.90% | 4.24% | 10.99% | 7.90% | 3.07% | 7.70% |
Drawdowns
PPRMX vs. FBALX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum PPRMX drawdown since its inception was -18.70%, smaller than the maximum FBALX drawdown of -43.57%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for PPRMX and FBALX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| PPRMX | FBALX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -18.70% | -43.57% | +24.87% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -4.97% | -8.14% | +3.17% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -14.36% | -22.89% | +8.53% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -18.20% | -26.68% | +8.48% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -2.66% | -6.47% | +3.81% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -4.22% | -4.39% | +0.17% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 1.09% | 1.74% | -0.65% |
Volatility
PPRMX vs. FBALX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for PIMCO Inflation Response Multi-Asset Fund (PPRMX) is 2.29%, while Fidelity Balanced Fund (FBALX) has a volatility of 3.50%. This indicates that PPRMX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FBALX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| PPRMX | FBALX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 2.29% | 3.50% | -1.21% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 4.71% | 6.47% | -1.76% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 6.84% | 11.80% | -4.96% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 8.34% | 12.15% | -3.81% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 7.53% | 12.73% | -5.20% |