TLXIX vs. TILIX
Compare and contrast key facts about TIAA-CREF Lifecycle Index 2045 Fund (TLXIX) and TIAA-CREF Large-Cap Growth Index Fund (TILIX).
TLXIX is managed by TIAA Investments. It was launched on Sep 29, 2009. TILIX is managed by TIAA Investments. It was launched on Oct 1, 2002.
Performance
TLXIX vs. TILIX - Performance Comparison
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TLXIX vs. TILIX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TLXIX TIAA-CREF Lifecycle Index 2045 Fund | -4.07% | 20.13% | 14.63% | 20.06% | -17.26% | 16.63% | 17.02% | 25.84% | -6.96% | 18.87% |
TILIX TIAA-CREF Large-Cap Growth Index Fund | -13.04% | 18.41% | 33.31% | 42.64% | -29.22% | 27.63% | 38.43% | 36.30% | -1.66% | 28.49% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, TLXIX achieves a -4.07% return, which is significantly higher than TILIX's -13.04% return. Over the past 10 years, TLXIX has underperformed TILIX with an annualized return of 10.45%, while TILIX has yielded a comparatively higher 16.09% annualized return.
TLXIX
- 1D
- -0.23%
- 1M
- -7.96%
- YTD
- -4.07%
- 6M
- -1.37%
- 1Y
- 15.62%
- 3Y*
- 14.13%
- 5Y*
- 7.95%
- 10Y*
- 10.45%
TILIX
- 1D
- -0.44%
- 1M
- -8.64%
- YTD
- -13.04%
- 6M
- -12.14%
- 1Y
- 14.38%
- 3Y*
- 19.64%
- 5Y*
- 11.88%
- 10Y*
- 16.09%
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TLXIX vs. TILIX - Expense Ratio Comparison
TLXIX has a 0.10% expense ratio, which is higher than TILIX's 0.05% expense ratio. However, both funds are considered low-cost compared to the broader market, where average expense ratios usually range from 0.3% to 0.9%.
Return for Risk
TLXIX vs. TILIX — Risk / Return Rank
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TLXIX vs. TILIX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for TIAA-CREF Lifecycle Index 2045 Fund (TLXIX) and TIAA-CREF Large-Cap Growth Index Fund (TILIX). 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.
| TLXIX | TILIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.09 | 0.65 | +0.44 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.60 | 1.10 | +0.50 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.24 | 1.15 | +0.08 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.29 | 0.67 | +0.61 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 6.09 | 2.32 | +3.78 |
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
| TLXIX | TILIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.09 | 0.65 | +0.44 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.58 | 0.56 | +0.02 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.70 | 0.77 | -0.07 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.69 | 0.56 | +0.13 |
Correlation
The correlation between TLXIX and TILIX is 0.92, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.
Dividends
TLXIX vs. TILIX - Dividend Comparison
TLXIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.37%, less than TILIX's 5.07% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TLXIX TIAA-CREF Lifecycle Index 2045 Fund | 3.37% | 3.24% | 2.33% | 2.07% | 2.49% | 2.51% | 1.77% | 2.25% | 2.69% | 0.16% | 2.59% | 2.47% |
TILIX TIAA-CREF Large-Cap Growth Index Fund | 5.07% | 4.41% | 3.25% | 1.90% | 11.00% | 8.76% | 1.91% | 2.38% | 4.01% | 0.68% | 1.33% | 1.32% |
Drawdowns
TLXIX vs. TILIX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum TLXIX drawdown since its inception was -31.08%, smaller than the maximum TILIX drawdown of -50.54%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for TLXIX and TILIX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| TLXIX | TILIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -31.08% | -50.54% | +19.46% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -10.34% | -16.24% | +5.90% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -24.97% | -32.68% | +7.71% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -31.08% | -32.68% | +1.60% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -8.45% | -16.24% | +7.79% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -4.06% | -7.77% | +3.71% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 2.29% | 4.73% | -2.44% |
Volatility
TLXIX vs. TILIX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for TIAA-CREF Lifecycle Index 2045 Fund (TLXIX) is 4.51%, while TIAA-CREF Large-Cap Growth Index Fund (TILIX) has a volatility of 5.34%. This indicates that TLXIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than TILIX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| TLXIX | TILIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 4.51% | 5.34% | -0.83% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 8.16% | 11.80% | -3.64% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 14.49% | 22.35% | -7.86% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 13.86% | 21.44% | -7.58% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 15.09% | 21.01% | -5.92% |