VANTX vs. OLGAX

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

VANTX (JPMorgan New York Tax Free Bond Fund) and OLGAX (JPMorgan Large Cap Growth Fund Class A) are both mutual funds - VANTX is a Municipal Bonds fund managed by JPMorgan, while OLGAX is a Large Cap Growth Equities fund managed by JPMorgan. Over the past 10 years, VANTX returned 1.42%/yr vs 19.58%/yr for OLGAX. At a correlation of -0.07, they often move in opposite directions. VANTX charges 0.95%/yr vs 1.01%/yr for OLGAX.

Performance

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in JPMorgan New York Tax Free Bond Fund (VANTX) and JPMorgan Large Cap Growth Fund Class A (OLGAX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, VANTX achieves a 0.99% return, which is significantly lower than OLGAX's 7.74% return. Over the past 10 years, VANTX has underperformed OLGAX with an annualized return of 1.42%, while OLGAX has yielded a comparatively higher 19.58% annualized return.

VANTX

• 1D: 0.16%
• 1M: 0.62%
• YTD: 0.99%
• 6M: 1.27%
• 1Y: 5.51%
• 3Y*: 2.87%
• 5Y*: 0.73%
• 10Y*: 1.42%

OLGAX

• 1D: 0.66%
• 1M: 6.67%
• YTD: 7.74%
• 6M: 6.37%
• 1Y: 21.23%
• 3Y*: 23.49%
• 5Y*: 13.44%
• 10Y*: 19.58%

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

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
VANTX JPMorgan New York Tax Free Bond Fund	0.99%	2.86%	1.42%	4.76%	-6.09%	0.49%	3.39%	5.65%	0.68%	2.75%
OLGAX JPMorgan Large Cap Growth Fund Class A	7.74%	13.79%	34.85%	34.28%	-25.58%	17.87%	55.60%	38.81%	0.23%	37.75%

Correlation

The correlation between VANTX and OLGAX is 0.24, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.24
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.11
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.09
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.04
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Feb 20, 2001	-0.07

The correlation between VANTX and OLGAX shifts across timeframes, from -0.07 (all time) to 0.24 (1 year), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Return for Risk

VANTX vs. OLGAX — Risk / Return Rank

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

VANTX

VANTX Risk / Return Rank: 62
VANTX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 72
VANTX Sortino Ratio Rank: 78
VANTX Omega Ratio Rank: 91
VANTX Calmar Ratio Rank: 35
VANTX Martin Ratio Rank: 35

OLGAX

OLGAX Risk / Return Rank: 19
OLGAX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 24
OLGAX Sortino Ratio Rank: 21
OLGAX Omega Ratio Rank: 23
OLGAX Calmar Ratio Rank: 14
OLGAX Martin Ratio Rank: 12

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.

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for JPMorgan New York Tax Free Bond Fund (VANTX) and JPMorgan Large Cap Growth Fund Class A (OLGAX). 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.

	VANTX	OLGAX	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	2.48	1.40	+1.08
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	3.74	1.93	+1.81
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.67	1.25	+0.42
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	2.23	1.29	+0.94
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	7.76	3.66	+4.10
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current VANTX Sharpe Ratio is 2.48, which is higher than the OLGAX Sharpe Ratio of 1.40. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of VANTX and OLGAX, 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

	VANTX	OLGAX	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	2.48	1.40	+1.08
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.24	0.67	-0.43
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.43	0.91	-0.48
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.91	0.50	+0.41

Drawdowns

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum VANTX drawdown since its inception was -10.44%, smaller than the maximum OLGAX drawdown of -63.25%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for VANTX and OLGAX.

Drawdown Indicators

	VANTX	OLGAX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-10.44%	-63.25%	+52.81%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-2.48%	-16.92%	+14.44%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-4.63%	-21.55%	+16.92%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-10.27%	-31.34%	+21.07%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-10.44%	-31.87%	+21.43%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.62%	0.00%	-0.62%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-1.50%	-18.70%	+17.20%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	0.71%	5.94%	-5.23%

Volatility

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for JPMorgan New York Tax Free Bond Fund (VANTX) is 0.83%, while JPMorgan Large Cap Growth Fund Class A (OLGAX) has a volatility of 3.87%. This indicates that VANTX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than OLGAX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	VANTX	OLGAX	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	0.83%	3.87%	-3.04%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	1.70%	11.22%	-9.52%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	2.24%	15.60%	-13.36%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	3.02%	20.18%	-17.16%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	3.28%	21.58%	-18.30%

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Expense Ratio Comparison

VANTX has a 0.95% expense ratio, which is lower than OLGAX's 1.01% expense ratio.

Dividends

VANTX vs. OLGAX - Dividend Comparison

VANTX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.13%, less than OLGAX's 10.97% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
OLGAX JPMorgan Large Cap Growth Fund Class A	10.97%	11.82%	2.06%	0.00%	3.20%	15.30%	5.32%	13.03%	16.18%	14.92%	9.94%	4.51%
VANTX JPMorgan New York Tax Free Bond Fund	3.13%	3.11%	3.13%	2.57%	2.00%	1.65%	1.73%	2.09%	2.75%	2.88%	3.08%	4.11%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both VANTX and OLGAX in my portfolio?

VANTX and OLGAX have a correlation of 0.24, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, VANTX or OLGAX?

OLGAX has higher volatility (3.87%) compared to VANTX (0.83%). In terms of maximum drawdown, VANTX dropped -10.44% vs OLGAX's -63.25%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

VANTX currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (2.48 vs 1.40), 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.