Growth of $10,000 in LQD
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A $10,000 investment compounding at LQD’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 2.2% would reach $15,363 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.14% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (4.9%) | At 5-year avg (-0.7%) | At 10-year avg (2.2%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $12,684 | $9,640 | $11,133 |
| 10 years | $16,088 | $9,294 | $12,395 |
| 15 years | $20,407 | $8,959 | $13,799 |
| 20 years | $25,884 | $8,637 | $15,363 |
| 25 years | $32,831 | $8,326 | $17,103 |
| 30 years | $41,643 | $8,027 | $19,042 |
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 LQD be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 2.2%, $10,000 in LQD would grow to about $12,395 in 10 years and $15,363 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is LQD's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, LQD's annualized total returns were 4.9% over 3 years, -0.7% over 5 years, 2.2% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.14% expense ratio.