STBNX vs. PYLD

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

STBNX (Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund) and PYLD (PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund) are both funds - STBNX is a Nontraditional Bonds fund managed by Ocean Park, while PYLD is a Multisector Bonds fund actively managed by PIMCO. Over the past 3 years, STBNX returned 3.27%/yr vs 7.74%/yr for PYLD. Their 0.66 correlation means they have sometimes moved together and sometimes differently. STBNX charges 1.63%/yr vs 0.55%/yr for PYLD.

Performance

STBNX vs. PYLD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund (STBNX) and PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund (PYLD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

As of year-to-date, both investments have demonstrated similar returns, with STBNX at 0.83% and PYLD at 0.83%.

STBNX

• 1D: 0.25%
• 1M: -0.44%
• 6M: 0.44%
• YTD: 0.83%
• 1Y: 3.57%
• 3Y*: 3.27%
• 5Y*: 1.34%
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 3.96%

PYLD

• 1D: -0.19%
• 1M: -0.91%
• 6M: 0.19%
• YTD: 0.83%
• 1Y: 4.78%
• 3Y*: 7.74%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 7.58%

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

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
PYLD PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund	$85.99M	$101.13M	$105.82M
STBNX Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00

STBNX vs. PYLD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023
STBNX Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund	0.83%	-0.37%	6.36%	4.76%
PYLD PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund	0.83%	9.57%	7.69%	5.46%

Correlation

The correlation between STBNX and PYLD is 0.73, which is moderate. They have sometimes moved together and sometimes differently, sharing some price drivers without tracking each other closely.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Focuses on recent behavior, but can change the most.	0.73
Correlation (3Y) Balances recent behavior with more history.	0.65
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 22, 2023	0.66

The correlation between STBNX and PYLD has been stable across timeframes, ranging from 0.65 to 0.73 - a consistent structural relationship.

Return for Risk

STBNX vs. PYLD — Risk / Return Rank

Compare historical risk-adjusted metric ranks over the past 12 months.

STBNX

STBNX Risk / Return Rank: 39
STBNX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 38
STBNX Sortino Ratio Rank: 39
STBNX Omega Ratio Rank: 38
STBNX Calmar Ratio Rank: 33
STBNX Martin Ratio Rank: 45

PYLD

PYLD Risk / Return Rank: 67
PYLD Sharpe Ratio Rank: 76
PYLD Sortino Ratio Rank: 77
PYLD Omega Ratio Rank: 78
PYLD Calmar Ratio Rank: 47
PYLD Martin Ratio Rank: 60

The rank (0–100) uses a weighted average of the Sharpe, Sortino, Omega, Calmar, and Martin percentile ranks for the trailing 12 months. Higher means stronger historical risk-adjusted performance within the peer group.

STBNX vs. PYLD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund (STBNX) and PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund (PYLD). 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.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	STBNX	PYLD	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.17	1.72	-0.55
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.75	2.48	-0.73
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.22	1.32	-0.10
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.47	1.65	-0.18
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	6.54	7.13	-0.58

STBNX vs. PYLD - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current STBNX Sharpe Ratio is 1.17, which is lower than the PYLD Sharpe Ratio of 1.72. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of STBNX and PYLD, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

STBNX vs. PYLD - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum STBNX drawdown since its inception was -8.04%, which is greater than PYLD's maximum drawdown of -4.52%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for STBNX and PYLD.

Drawdown Indicators

	STBNX	PYLD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-8.04%	-4.52%	-3.52%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-2.44%	-3.25%	+0.81%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-6.96%	-3.88%	-3.08%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-8.04%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-1.17%	-1.13%	-0.04%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-2.60%	-0.64%	-1.96%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	0.55%	0.75%	-0.20%

Volatility

STBNX vs. PYLD - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund (STBNX) is 0.70%, while PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund (PYLD) has a volatility of 0.88%. This indicates that STBNX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than PYLD based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	STBNX	PYLD	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	0.70%	0.88%	-0.18%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	2.51%	2.73%	-0.22%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	3.07%	3.11%	-0.04%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	3.97%	3.96%	+0.01%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	4.91%	3.96%	+0.95%

STBNX vs. PYLD - Expense Ratio Comparison

STBNX has a 1.63% expense ratio, which is higher than PYLD's 0.55% expense ratio.

Dividends

STBNX vs. PYLD - Dividend Comparison

STBNX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 5.34%, less than PYLD's 6.37% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019
PYLD PIMCO Multisector Bond Active Exchange-Traded Fund	5.88%	6.21%	6.40%	2.72%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
STBNX Ocean Park Tactical Bond Fund	5.34%	4.98%	5.17%	4.53%	1.41%	2.74%	6.55%	0.87%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both STBNX and PYLD in my portfolio?

STBNX and PYLD have a correlation of 0.73, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, STBNX or PYLD?

PYLD has higher volatility (0.88%) compared to STBNX (0.70%). In terms of maximum drawdown, STBNX dropped -8.04% vs PYLD's -4.52%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

PYLD currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (1.72 vs 1.17), 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.