QCGDX vs. QSTFX

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

QCGDX (Quantified Common Ground Fund) and QSTFX (Quantified STF Fund) are both mutual funds - QCGDX is a Mid Cap Blend Equities fund managed by Advisors Preferred, while QSTFX is a Tactical Allocation fund managed by Advisors Preferred. Over the past 5 years, QCGDX returned 9.03%/yr vs 12.47%/yr for QSTFX. At a 0.45 correlation, their price movements are largely independent. QCGDX charges 1.68%/yr vs 1.55%/yr for QSTFX.

Performance

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Quantified Common Ground Fund (QCGDX) and Quantified STF Fund (QSTFX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

The year-to-date returns for both investments are quite close, with QCGDX having a 18.04% return and QSTFX slightly higher at 18.90%.

QCGDX

• 1D: 1.49%
• 1M: 2.01%
• YTD: 18.04%
• 6M: 18.70%
• 1Y: 23.46%
• 3Y*: 13.65%
• 5Y*: 9.03%
• 10Y*: —

QSTFX

• 1D: 0.05%
• 1M: 12.37%
• YTD: 18.90%
• 6M: 14.29%
• 1Y: 48.06%
• 3Y*: 21.58%
• 5Y*: 12.47%
• 10Y*: 17.97%

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

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019
QCGDX Quantified Common Ground Fund	18.04%	1.02%	9.87%	14.74%	-12.23%	32.19%	14.65%	0.10%
QSTFX Quantified STF Fund	18.90%	-2.48%	29.94%	61.87%	-46.15%	28.79%	78.20%	0.47%

Correlation

The correlation between QCGDX and QSTFX is 0.33, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.33
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.44
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.37
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Dec 31, 2019	0.45

The correlation between QCGDX and QSTFX shifts across timeframes, from 0.33 (1 year) to 0.45 (all time), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Return for Risk

QCGDX vs. QSTFX — Risk / Return Rank

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

QCGDX

QCGDX Risk / Return Rank: 61
QCGDX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 45
QCGDX Sortino Ratio Rank: 47
QCGDX Omega Ratio Rank: 45
QCGDX Calmar Ratio Rank: 86
QCGDX Martin Ratio Rank: 81

QSTFX

QSTFX Risk / Return Rank: 44
QSTFX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 47
QSTFX Sortino Ratio Rank: 37
QSTFX Omega Ratio Rank: 47
QSTFX Calmar Ratio Rank: 55
QSTFX Martin Ratio Rank: 32

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.

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Quantified Common Ground Fund (QCGDX) and Quantified STF Fund (QSTFX). 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.

	QCGDX	QSTFX	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.97	2.01	-0.03
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.91	2.56	+0.35
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.37	1.37	-0.01
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	4.17	2.85	+1.32
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	15.31	7.28	+8.03
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current QCGDX Sharpe Ratio is 1.97, which is comparable to the QSTFX Sharpe Ratio of 2.01. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of QCGDX and QSTFX, 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

	QCGDX	QSTFX	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	1.97	2.01	-0.03
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.62	0.46	+0.15
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.65	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.70	0.57	+0.12

Drawdowns

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum QCGDX drawdown since its inception was -22.37%, smaller than the maximum QSTFX drawdown of -49.03%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for QCGDX and QSTFX.

Drawdown Indicators

	QCGDX	QSTFX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-22.37%	-49.03%	+26.66%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-5.55%	-17.87%	+12.32%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-16.10%	-32.22%	+16.12%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-20.18%	-49.03%	+28.85%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-49.03%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.39%	0.00%	-0.39%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-6.13%	-15.49%	+9.36%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	1.52%	6.97%	-5.45%

Volatility

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Quantified Common Ground Fund (QCGDX) is 3.50%, while Quantified STF Fund (QSTFX) has a volatility of 6.20%. This indicates that QCGDX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than QSTFX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	QCGDX	QSTFX	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	3.50%	6.20%	-2.70%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	9.22%	18.85%	-9.63%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	11.73%	25.42%	-13.69%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	14.75%	27.12%	-12.37%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	16.46%	27.89%	-11.43%

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Expense Ratio Comparison

QCGDX has a 1.68% expense ratio, which is higher than QSTFX's 1.55% expense ratio.

Dividends

QCGDX vs. QSTFX - Dividend Comparison

QCGDX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.59%, less than QSTFX's 8.96% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
QCGDX Quantified Common Ground Fund	0.59%	0.69%	4.42%	0.22%	0.00%	5.44%	1.65%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
QSTFX Quantified STF Fund	8.96%	10.65%	5.12%	1.03%	0.00%	21.93%	20.82%	0.52%	2.57%	39.11%	0.01%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both QCGDX and QSTFX in my portfolio?

QCGDX and QSTFX have a correlation of 0.33, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, QCGDX or QSTFX?

QSTFX has higher volatility (6.20%) compared to QCGDX (3.50%). In terms of maximum drawdown, QCGDX dropped -22.37% vs QSTFX's -49.03%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

QSTFX currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (2.01 vs 1.97), 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.