Growth of $10,000 in BNDX
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A $10,000 investment compounding at BNDX’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 1.6% would reach $13,602 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.07% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (4.3%) | At 5-year avg (0.1%) | At 10-year avg (1.6%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $12,325 | $10,030 | $10,799 |
| 10 years | $15,191 | $10,060 | $11,663 |
| 15 years | $18,724 | $10,090 | $12,595 |
| 20 years | $23,077 | $10,121 | $13,602 |
| 25 years | $28,444 | $10,151 | $14,689 |
| 30 years | $35,058 | $10,182 | $15,863 |
Annualized total returns as of Aug 7, 2026, dividends reinvested. A constant rate is an illustration of compounding — real markets are far bumpier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What would $10,000 in BNDX be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 1.6%, $10,000 in BNDX would grow to about $11,663 in 10 years and $13,602 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is BNDX's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, BNDX's annualized total returns were 4.3% over 3 years, 0.1% over 5 years, 1.6% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.07% expense ratio.