Growth of $10,000 in HYG
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A $10,000 investment compounding at HYG’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 4.7% would reach $24,962 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.49% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (8.3%) | At 5-year avg (3.8%) | At 10-year avg (4.7%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $14,912 | $12,044 | $12,570 |
| 10 years | $22,238 | $14,506 | $15,799 |
| 15 years | $33,161 | $17,472 | $19,859 |
| 20 years | $49,451 | $21,043 | $24,962 |
| 25 years | $73,742 | $25,345 | $31,376 |
| 30 years | $109,966 | $30,526 | $39,438 |
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 HYG be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 4.7%, $10,000 in HYG would grow to about $15,799 in 10 years and $24,962 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is HYG's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, HYG's annualized total returns were 8.3% over 3 years, 3.8% over 5 years, 4.7% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.49% expense ratio.