WATFX vs. VIGIX
Compare and contrast key facts about Western Asset Core Bond Fund (WATFX) and Vanguard Growth Index Fund Institutional Shares (VIGIX).
WATFX is managed by Franklin Templeton. It was launched on Sep 4, 1990. VIGIX is managed by Vanguard. It was launched on May 14, 1998.
Performance
WATFX vs. VIGIX - Performance Comparison
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WATFX vs. VIGIX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WATFX Western Asset Core Bond Fund | -0.86% | 8.01% | 0.44% | 5.52% | -17.32% | -2.13% | 9.12% | 10.44% | -0.62% | 5.21% |
VIGIX Vanguard Growth Index Fund Institutional Shares | -13.83% | 19.44% | 32.68% | 46.77% | -33.13% | 27.27% | 40.19% | 37.26% | -3.34% | 27.81% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, WATFX achieves a -0.86% return, which is significantly higher than VIGIX's -13.83% return. Over the past 10 years, WATFX has underperformed VIGIX with an annualized return of 1.58%, while VIGIX has yielded a comparatively higher 15.58% annualized return.
WATFX
- 1D
- 0.47%
- 1M
- -2.58%
- YTD
- -0.86%
- 6M
- 0.34%
- 1Y
- 4.10%
- 3Y*
- 3.12%
- 5Y*
- -0.83%
- 10Y*
- 1.58%
VIGIX
- 1D
- -0.57%
- 1M
- -8.83%
- YTD
- -13.83%
- 6M
- -12.31%
- 1Y
- 13.73%
- 3Y*
- 19.57%
- 5Y*
- 10.94%
- 10Y*
- 15.58%
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WATFX vs. VIGIX - Expense Ratio Comparison
WATFX has a 0.46% expense ratio, which is higher than VIGIX's 0.04% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
WATFX vs. VIGIX — Risk / Return Rank
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WATFX vs. VIGIX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Western Asset Core Bond Fund (WATFX) and Vanguard Growth Index Fund Institutional Shares (VIGIX). 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.
| WATFX | VIGIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.01 | 0.61 | +0.39 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.45 | 1.04 | +0.40 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.18 | 1.15 | +0.03 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.69 | 0.66 | +1.04 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 5.08 | 2.38 | +2.70 |
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
| WATFX | VIGIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.01 | 0.61 | +0.39 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | -0.12 | 0.49 | -0.62 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.29 | 0.73 | -0.44 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.56 | 0.43 | +0.13 |
Correlation
The correlation between WATFX and VIGIX is -0.05. This indicates that the assets' prices tend to move in opposite directions. Negative correlation can be particularly beneficial for diversification and risk management, as one asset may offset the losses of the other during market fluctuations.
Dividends
WATFX vs. VIGIX - Dividend Comparison
WATFX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.86%, more than VIGIX's 0.47% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WATFX Western Asset Core Bond Fund | 3.86% | 4.15% | 4.48% | 3.35% | 2.39% | 2.05% | 3.90% | 3.62% | 2.92% | 2.34% | 2.51% | 2.74% |
VIGIX Vanguard Growth Index Fund Institutional Shares | 0.47% | 0.41% | 0.47% | 0.58% | 0.70% | 0.48% | 0.66% | 0.95% | 1.32% | 1.15% | 1.40% | 1.31% |
Drawdowns
WATFX vs. VIGIX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum WATFX drawdown since its inception was -23.69%, smaller than the maximum VIGIX drawdown of -56.95%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for WATFX and VIGIX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| WATFX | VIGIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -23.69% | -56.95% | +33.26% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -3.04% | -16.51% | +13.47% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -23.26% | -35.62% | +12.36% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -23.69% | -35.62% | +11.93% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -8.17% | -16.51% | +8.34% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.96% | -16.36% | +13.40% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 1.01% | 4.56% | -3.55% |
Volatility
WATFX vs. VIGIX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Western Asset Core Bond Fund (WATFX) is 1.58%, while Vanguard Growth Index Fund Institutional Shares (VIGIX) has a volatility of 5.52%. This indicates that WATFX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than VIGIX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| WATFX | VIGIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 1.58% | 5.52% | -3.94% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 2.61% | 12.10% | -9.49% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 4.64% | 22.69% | -18.05% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 6.80% | 22.30% | -15.50% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 5.52% | 21.49% | -15.97% |