Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (BSV)

This Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (BSV) is a popular short term fixed income exchange traded fund. Offered by Vanguard Group, this ETF provide decent yield for income.

This Vanguard fund seeks to track the performance of the Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Government/ Credit Float Adjusted Index. This exchange traded fund follows a passively managed, index sampling approach.

BSV Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 04/03/2007
• Ticker Symbol: BSV
• CUSIP: 921937827
• Rank in category (YTD): check
• Category: Short-Term Bond
• Yield: 1.51%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 0.07%
• Total Assets: $ 21.93 billion
• Annual Turnover Rate: 0%

Updated June 2017

Morningstar analysts rank this fund with 3-stars rating. The benchmark is Spliced Barclays US Aggregate float Adjusted Index. The expense ratio is only 0.07% per year. This fee is 88% lower than the average expense ratio of funds with similar holdings.

iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (LQD)

iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (LQD) is a popular bond exchange traded fund. This index fund invests in high quality U.S. corporate bonds.

This iShares fund is tracking track the investment results of an index composed of U.S. dollar-denominated, investment grade corporate bonds. This bond fund utilizes its assets to purchase U.S. investment grade corporate bonds. This ETF offer access to 1000+ high quality corporate bonds in a single fund.

This bond fund use to seek stability and pursue income. The 12-month yield is 3.25%. This top fund also has 0.15% annual expense ratio. The market price is currently traded at 0.03% discount of its NAV.

LQD Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: July 22 2002
• Ticker Symbol: LQD
• CUSIP: 464287242
• Rank in category (YTD): 50%
• Category: Corporate Bond
• Yield: 3.25%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 0.15%
• Total Assets: $ 33.65 billion

Top 5 High Yield Bond Mutual Funds for 2017

Are you ready to invest in top 5 high yield bond mutual funds for 2017? You will find details of best fixed income funds in this article.

What is High Yield Bond Mutual Funds?

High-yield bond funds invest mainly in lower-quality bonds, which are riskier than those of higher-quality companies. These mutual funds typically offer higher yields than other types of funds. These funds are also more vulnerable to economic and credit risk.

High yield bond funds mainly invest in U.S. high-income debt securities where at least 65% or more of bond assets are not rated or are rated by a major rating agency such as Standard & Poor's or Moody's at the level of BB (considered speculative for taxable bonds) and below.

Best High Yield Bond Mutual Funds 2017

Top 5 high yield bond mutual funds for 2017 are:

1. Artisan High Income Fund (ARTFX)
2. Fairholme Focused Income Fund (FOCIX)
3. Fidelity Capital & Income Fund (FAGIX)

John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund (PDT)

John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund (PDT) is a popular preferred stock closed end fund. It invests in dividend paying preferred stocks and common equity securities.

This John Hancock fund’s investment objective is to provide high current income with modest capital growth through investment in dividend paying preferred stocks and common equity securities. The fund managers are Gregory K. Phelps, and Joseph H. Bozoyan. This fund has a high dividend yield of 8.37%.

Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in dividend-paying securities and invests more than 25% of total assets in the utilities industry. The fund invests mainly in investment grade rated preferred stocks and debt obligations.

PDT Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 12/21/1989
• Ticker Symbol: PDT
• CUSIP: 41013T105
• Rank in category (YTD): 100%
• Category: Preferred Stock
• Distribution Rate: 8.37%
• Effective Leverage: 33.48%
• Capital Gains: -
• Base Expense Ratio: 1.42%
• Net Assets: $ 1.1 billion

Top 9 Emerging Markets Bond ETFs in 2015: Part 2

Find part 2 of top 9 emerging markets bond ETFs in 2015. These exchange traded funds utilizes its assets to invest in lower quality bonds issued by emerging markets government or corporation.

Best Emerging Markets Bond Funds

Emerging markets bond funds invest primarily in debts issued by emerging markets countries such as China, Brazil, India, Russia, Indonesia, and other developed countries. These fixed income funds also provide high yield income for investors.

These top performer ETFs are sorted based on its year to date returns (up to October 1, 2015). You can find the best exchange traded fund review from this article. Other fund information can be found below such as expense ratio, Morningstar rating, fund’s NAV, yield, etc. Find part 1 article of 9 best emerging markets bond ETFs in 2015.

Top 9 emerging markets bond ETFs in 2015 are:

1. Market Vectors Emerging Markets High Yield Bond ETF (HYEM)
2. iShares Emerging Markets High Yield Bond Fund (EMHY)
3. SPDR BofA Merrill Lynch Emerging Markets Corporate Bond ETF (EMCD)
4. Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (VWOB)
5. WisdomTree Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund (EMCB)
6. Market Vectors ChinaAMC China Bond ETF (CBON)
7. iShares Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund (CEMB)
8. iShares J.P. Morgan USD Emerging Markets Bond ETF (EMB)

9 Best Emerging Markets Bond ETFs in 2015

Find 9 best emerging market bond ETFs in 2015. These exchange traded funds are investing mainly in lower quality bonds issued by emerging markets government or corporation.

Top Emerging Market Funds

Emerging markets bond funds invest mainly in debts issued by emerging markets countries such as China, Brazil, India, Russia, etc. These bond funds may invest in corporate and government debts. These funds also provide high yield income for investors.

These top performer ETFs are sorted based on its year to date returns (up to October 1, 2015). You can find the best exchange traded fund review from this article. Other fund information can be found below such as expense ratio, Morningstar rating, fund’s NAV, fund’s holdings, yield, etc.

The 9 best emerging markets bond ETFs in 2015 are:

1. Market Vectors Emerging Markets High Yield Bond ETF (HYEM)
2. iShares Emerging Markets High Yield Bond Fund (EMHY)
3. SPDR BofA Merrill Lynch Emerging Markets Corporate Bond ETF (EMCD)
4. Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (VWOB)
5. WisdomTree Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund (EMCB)
6. Market Vectors ChinaAMC China Bond ETF (CBON)
7. iShares Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund (CEMB)

Top 10 MultiSector Bond Closed End Funds for 2016: Part 3

This is part 3 of top 10 multisector bond closed end funds for 2016 article. The top funds are TCW Strategic Income Fund (TSI), AGIC Convertible & Income Fund (NCV), etc.

Best Fixed Income Funds

As discussed before, multisector bond funds are part of taxable bond fund category. These investment funds invest in various fixed-income sectors. Some may invest in dividend producing stocks. These funds use its assets to purchase US Treasuries, U.S. corporate bonds, foreign bonds, and high-yield bonds. These closed end funds have high yield for income.

Whether you should invest in these top performing multisector bond closed end funds, you need to do details research. You can buy these CEF funds using your brokerage for your investment account, retirement account, etc.

These close end funds are managed actively by the fund manager(s). Find the fund review below. The funds are sorted based on its net asset value returns for the past 3 years (up to September 6, 2015). Interested in part 1 and part 2 of this article; please check top 10 multisector bond closed end funds for 2016 articles.

• Top 10 MultiSector Bond Closed End Funds for 2016
• 10 Best MultiSector Bond Closed End Funds for 2016: Part 2

Top 10 MultiSector bond closed end funds for 2016 are:

1. PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund (PDI)
2. PIMCO Global StocksPLUS & Income Fund (PGP)
3. PIMCO High Income Fund (PHK)
4. PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II (PFN)
5. PIMCO Income Opportunity (PKO)
6. PIMCO Income Strategy Fund (PFL)
7. Doubleline Opportunistic Credit Fund (DBL)
8. TCW Strategic Income Fund (TSI)

10 Best MultiSector Bond Closed End Funds for 2016: Part 2

This is part 2 of the 10 best multisector bond closed end funds for 2016 article. The top funds are PIMCO Income Opportunity Fund, Doubleline Opportunistic Credit Fund, etc.

Best Taxable Bond Funds

As part of taxable bond funds, multisector bond funds invest in various fixed-income sectors. These funds use its assets to buy US Treasuries, U.S. corporate bonds, foreign bonds, and high-yield bonds. This closed end fund may produce high yield for income.

Whether you should invest in these top performing multisector bond closed end funds, you need to do details research. You can buy these CEF funds using your brokerage for your investment account, retirement account, etc.

These investment funds are managed actively by the fund manager(s). Find the fund review below. The funds are sorted based on its net asset value returns for the past 3 years (up to September 6, 2015). Interested in part 1 of this article, please check top 10 multisector bond closed end funds for 2016 article.

The 10 best multisector bond closed end funds for 2016 are:

1. PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund (PDI)
2. PIMCO Global StocksPLUS & Income Fund (PGP)
3. PIMCO High Income Fund (PHK)
4. PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II (PFN)
5. PIMCO Income Opportunity Fund (PKO)
6. PIMCO Income Strategy Fund (PFL)
7. Doubleline Opportunistic Credit Fund (DBL)
8. TCW Strategic Income Fund (TSI)

Top 10 MultiSector Bond Closed End Funds for 2016

Find top 10 multisector bond closed end funds for 2016. The best funds are PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund, PIMCO High Income Fund, etc.

Best Fixed Income Funds

Multisector bond funds seek income by diversifying their assets among several fixed-income sectors. These funds utilize its assets to purchase U.S. government obligations, U.S. corporate bonds, foreign bonds, and high-yield U.S. debt securities.

Whether you should invest in these top performing multisector bond closed end funds, you need to do details research. You can buy these CEF funds using your brokerage for your investment account, retirement account, etc.

These investment funds are managed actively by the fund manager(s). Find the fund review below. The funds are sorted based on its net asset value returns for the past 3 years (up to September 6, 2015).

Top 10 MultiSector bond closed end funds for 2016 are:

1. PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund (PDI)
2. PIMCO Global StocksPLUS & Income Fund (PGP)
3. PIMCO High Income Fund (PHK)
4. PIMCO Income Strategy Fund II (PFN)
5. PIMCO Income Opportunity (PKO)
6. PIMCO Income Strategy Fund (PFL)
7. Doubleline Opportunistic Credit Fund (DBL)
8. TCW Strategic Income Fund (TSI)

Investing in Top Corporate Bond ETFS in 2015

How to invest in top corporate bond ETFs in 2015? Find best fixed income exchange traded funds. Top funds are Fidelity Limited Term Bond ETF, Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund, etc.

Best Fixed Income Funds

Corporate bonds ETFs invest in debt issued by companies with investment-grade credit ratings. Bonds included in these funds can feature varying maturities and durations. This fund provide yield for income for investors.

These top performer funds are sorted based on its year to date total return in 2015 (up to September 4, 2015). You can find this best ETF funds review from this article. Other fund information can be found below such as expense ratio, Morningstar rating, fund’s NAV, holdings, yield, etc.

Top 10 corporate bond ETFS in 2015 are:

1. ProShares Short Investment Grade Corporate ETF (IGS)
2. PowerShares Fundamental Investment Grade Corporate Bond Portfolio (PFIG)
3. Fidelity Limited Term Bond ETF (FLTB)
4. Newfleet Multi-Sector Income ETF (MINC)
5. FlexShares Credit-Scored US Corporate Bond Index Fund (SKOR)

PIMCO Total Return Active ETF (BOND)

PIMCO Total Return Active ETF (BOND) is an actively managed bond exchange traded fund. It also has a high yield for income.

This PIMCO ETF is managed by Scott A. Mather, Mark R. Kiesel, and Mihir P. Worah. The current yield is 5.05%. The fund’s objective is to provide maximum total return, consistent with preservation of capital and prudent investment management. Its expense fee is 0.55%.

This fund invests in a diversified portfolio of Fixed Income Instruments of varying maturities. It may use forwards or derivatives such as options, futures contracts, or swap agreements. It mainly invest in investment grade bonds.

BOND Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 02/29/2012
• Ticker Symbol: BOND
• CUSIP: 72201R775
• Rank in category (YTD): 1%
• Category: Intermediate-Term Bond
• Yield: 5.05%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 0.55%
• Total Assets: $ 2.48 billion

iShares Core Total U.S. Bond Market ETF (AGG)

iShares Core Total U.S. Bond Market ETF (AGG) is a popular fixed income exchange traded fund. This fund invests in U.S. investment-grade bonds. This debt fund provides investor an access to high quality bond market.

This iShares fund objective is to provide stability & income. This bond fund has a low expense ratio fee of 0.08%. It current yield is 2.32%. It has $25 billion of assets. The current share price is $109.57. This intermediate-term bond ETF is tracking the Barclays US Aggregate Bond Index.

AGG Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 09/22/2003
• Ticker Symbol: AGG
• CUSIP: 464287226
• Rank in category (YTD): 75% (YTD)
• Category: Intermediate-Term Bond
• Yield: 2.36%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 0.05%
• Total Assets: $ 45.20 billion
• Annual Turnover Rate: 318%

updated on May 2017

iShares Core Total U.S. Bond Market ETF Returns

Morningstar has ranked this bond fund with 3 stars rating. In 2015, it has year-to-date return of 0.78% (up to August 20, 2015). This bond fund has returned 1.99% over the past 3 year, and 3.03% over the past 5 year.

Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND)

Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND) is an Intermediate-Term Bond ETF. The objective is to keep pace with U.S. bond market returns.

This bond fund utilizes its assets to purchase U.S. investment-grade bonds including US Treasuries, and corporate bonds. It offers relatively high potential for investment income. The total net assets are $26.48 billion. The 12-month yield is 2.47%. This top fund also has 0.07% annual expense ratio. The market price is currently traded at 0.03% discount of its NAV.

BND Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 04/03/2007
• Ticker Symbol: BND
• CUSIP: 921937835
• Rank in category (YTD): 93% (YTD)
• Category: Intermediate-Term Bond
• Yield: 2.43%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 0.05%
• Total Assets: $ 33.82 billion
• Annual Turnover Rate: 0%

Updated May 2017

Morningstar analysts rank this fund with 3-stars rating. The benchmark is Spliced Barclays US Aggregate float Adjusted Index.

BlackRock Credit Allocation Income Fund (BTZ)

BlackRock Credit Allocation Income Fund (BTZ) is a popular bond closed end fund. This fund invests mainly in credit-related securities and securities with similar economic characteristics. The fund objective is to provide income with capital preservation.

This BlackRock fund is managed by Stephan Bassas, Jeffrey Cucunato, and Mitchel Garfin. It has a high yield of 7.83%. The fund sponsor is Blackrock Advisors. The current share price is $12.36. It has $2.37 billion of assets.

BTZ Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 12/27/2006
• Ticker Symbol: BTZ
• CUSIP: 092508100
• Rank in category (YTD): 12%
• Category: Taxable Bond Fund
• Distribution Rate: 7.83%
• Effective Leverage: 32.45%
• Capital Gains: -
• Base Expense Ratio: 0.95%
• Net Assets: $ 2.37 billion

DoubleLine Emerging Markets Fixed Income Fund (DLENX)

DoubleLine Emerging Markets Fixed Income Fund (DLENX) is a highly ranked bond mutual fund. It provide high yield for income.

DoubleLine Emerging Markets Fixed Income Fund utilizes its assets to purchase bonds of at least four emerging market countries. It may invest in defaulted corporate securities, and hybrid securities relating to emerging market countries. This fund is managed by Luz M. Padilla. The current dividend yield is 4.94%. Its expense fee is 1.15% per year.

DLENX Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 04/06/2010
• Ticker Symbol: DLENX
• CUSIP: 258620608
• Beta (3yr): 0.72
• Rank in category (YTD): 14%
• Category: Emerging Markets Bond
• Distribution Yield: 4.94%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 1.15%
• Net Assets: $ 963 million
• Number of Years Up: 3 years
• Number of Years Down: 1 year

12 Best Intermediate Term Bond ETFs in 2015

Intermediate term bond ETFs are popular among investors who seek higher income. These top exchange traded funds are iShares CMBS Fund, PIMCO Total Return Active ETF.

Top Bond Funds

Intermediate-Term Bond ETFs invest in fixed income securities with durations between five and ten years. These bond funds provide income for yield. The funds invest in government bonds (US Treasuries) and corporate bonds.

These top intermediate-term bond funds are selected based on its YTD performance in 2015 (up to July 26, 2015). Unlike mutual fund, these exchange traded funds don’t have a sales load or a transaction fee. You can find the fund review and other fund information below such as the yield, expense ratio, fund manager, top holdings, top sectors, etc.

The 12 best intermediate term bond ETFs in 2015 are:

1. iShares CMBS ETF (CMBS)
2. PIMCO Total Return Active ETF (BOND)
3. iShares Core Total USD Bond Market ETF (IUSB)
4. SPDR Barclays Mortgage Backed Bond ETF (MBG)
5. iShares Intermediate Government/Credit Bond ETF (GVI)
6. Vanguard Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF (VMBS)
7. Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (BIV)
8. Fidelity Total Bond ETF (FBND)
9. iShares MBS ETF (MBB)
10. Columbia Core Bond ETF (GMTB)

Templeton Global Total Return Fund (TGTRX) Class A

Templeton Global Total Return Fund (TGTRX) is a popular world bond mutual fund. It invests in fixed and floating rate debt securities and debt obligations (including convertible bonds) of governments, government-related or corporate issuers worldwide. This fund has a high yield for income.

This bond fund is managed by Michael J. Hasenstab and Sonal Desai. The current yield is 7.86%. It has an expense fee of 1.01%. This class A fund has a sales load of 4.25%. It has $8.3 billion of assets. You can invest in this fund with $1,000 initial investment.

TGTRX Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 09/30/2008
• Ticker Symbol: TGTRX
• CUSIP: 880208889
• Beta (3yr): 0.65
• Rank in category (YTD): 15%
• Category: World Bond
• Distribution Yield: 7.86%
• Capital Gains: -
• Expense Ratio: 1.01%
• Net Assets: $ 8.3 billion
• Number of Years Up: 5 years
• Number of Years Down: 1 year

Top 10 Inflation Protected Bond ETFs in 2015

Find top 10 inflation protected bond ETFs in 2015. These best exchange traded funds are FlexShares iBoxx 5-Year Target Duration TIPS Index Fund, SPDR Barclays 1-10 Year TIPS ETF.

Best Debt Funds

These inflation protected bond ETFs own Treasury Inflation Protected Securities. Treasury bonds and notes typically involve principal and coupon payments step up with the cost of living. Depending on the funds, some ETFs are index ETFs.

These top inflation protected bond funds are selected based on its YTD performance in 2015. Unlike mutual fund, these exchange traded funds don’t have a sales load or a transaction fee. You can find the fund review and other fund information below such as the yield, expense ratio, fund manager, top holdings, top sectors, etc.

Top 10 inflation protected bond ETFs in 2015 are:

1. FlexShares iBoxx 5-Year Target Duration TIPS Index Fund (TDTF)
2. SPDR Barclays 1-10 Year TIPS ETF (TIPX)
3. Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities ETF (VTIP)
4. FlexShares iBoxx 3-Year Target Duration TIPS Index Fund (TDTT)
5. iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF (STIP)
6. PIMCO 1-5 Year US TIPS ETF (STPZ)
7. SPDR Barclays 0-5 Year TIPS ETF (SIPE)
8. iShares TIPS Bond ETF (TIP)

PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund (PDI)

PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund (PDI) is a popular multisector bond closed end fund. This debt fund provide high yield of income.

The fund objective is to provide income with capital growth. It invests mainly in a global portfolio of debt obligations and other income-producing securities of any type and credit quality, with varying maturities and related derivative instruments. The fund managers are Joshua Anderson, Daniel J Ivascyn, and Alfred T. Murata.

This bond fund has a high yield of 8.67%. It has $2.58 billion of assets. This PIMCO fund has a high expense fee of 3.11%. The current market price is trading at 6.62% discount to its NAV. The effective leverage is 45.22%

PDI Fund Profile

• Fund Inception Date: 05/25/2012
• Ticker Symbol: PDI
• CUSIP: 72201Y101
• Rank in category (YTD): 12%
• Category: Multisector Bond
• Yield: 8.67%
• Effective Leverage: 45.22%
• Capital Gains: -
• Premium/ Discount: -6.62%
• Base Expense Ratio: 2.12%
• Net Assets: $ 2.58 billion

Top 15 Emerging Markets Bond ETFs in 2015

See top 15 emerging markets bond ETFs in 2015. These best exchange traded funds invests in debts issued by developing countries.

Best EM Debt Funds

Emerging markets bond ETFs invest mainly in debts issued by emerging markets countries such as China, Brazil, India, Russia, etc. These bond funds may invest in corporate and government debts.

These top performing ETFs are sorted based on its year to date return (up to July 18, 2015). You can find the best exchange traded fund review from this article. Other fund information can be found below such as expense ratio, Morningstar rating, fund’s NAV, fund’s holdings, yield, etc.

Top 15 emerging markets bond ETFs in 2015 are:

1. Market Vectors Emerging Markets High Yield Bond ETF (HYEM)
2. iShares Emerging Markets High Yield Bond ETF (EMHY)
3. ProShares Short Term USD Emerging Markets Bond ETF (EMSH)
4. PowerShares Chinese Yuan Dim Sum Bond ETF (DSUM)
5. iShares Emerging Markets Corporate Bond ETF (CEMB)
6. SPDR BofA Merrill Lynch Emerging Markets Corporate Bond ETF (EMCD)
7. Vanguard Emerging Markets Government Bond ETF (VWOB)
8. Global X GF China Bond ETF (CHNB)
9. WisdomTree Emerging Markets Corp Bond ETF (EMCB)
10. Market Vectors ChinaAMC China Bond ETF (CBON)