These broad-market funds anchor a portfolio by tracking major U.S. and international indices, offering diversification across government and corporate debt.
: A top-rated competitor to BND that provides similar broad exposure to U.S. government and high-quality corporate bonds.
For those willing to take on more risk for higher returns, high-yield "junk" bonds currently offer significant payouts.
: A top performer in early 2026 with a reported 1-year return of approximately 11.98%.
: Offers a competitive 30-day SEC yield of roughly 7.0% with a very low 0.05% expense ratio.