KDRNvsBNDCETF Comparison
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Kingsbarn Tactical Bond ETF (KDRN) belongs to the Intl Aggregate Bonds segment. Northern Trust Core Bond ETF (BNDC) is part of the US Aggregate Bonds segment. KDRN's top 3 sector exposures are Sovereign, Finance and Technology. In contrast, BNDC's top sector exposures are Finance, Sovereign and Industrials. KDRN is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.62%, versus 0.49% for BNDC. KDRN is up 0.66% year-to-date (YTD) with -$1M in YTD flows. BNDC performs worse with -0.84% YTD performance, and +$29M in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of KDRN and BNDC below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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KDRN vs BNDC performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 09/01/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | KDRN BNDC | -0.13%-0.12% | -0.48%-0.97% | +0.66%-0.84% | +2.11%+1.43% | +9.64%+12.24% | n/a-3.61% |
| Flows | KDRN BNDC | -+$1M | -+$4M | -$1M+$29M | -$8K+$37M | -$582K-$31M | -+$78M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | KDRN BNDC | +2.19%+3.60% | +3.40%+3.61% | +5.07%+5.31% | n/a+6.17% |
| Max drawdown | KDRN BNDC | -0.78%-1.73% | -1.81%-2.88% | -4.22%-5.26% | n/a-18.52% |
| Max drawdown duration | KDRN BNDC | 57d64d | 184d184d | 87d318d | n/a1813d |
Trading data
KDRN | BNDC | |
Last sale 9/1/2026 at 1:30 PM | $23.00 | $21.67 |
| Previous close 09/01/2026 | $23.06 | $21.72 |
| Consolidated volume 09/01/2026 | ||
| Average volume 30 days | ||
| Average discount or premium 30 days | ||
| Average Bid/Ask spread 30 days |
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Main metrics
Last update 9/1/2026 at 1:30 PM
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KDRN | BNDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $23.00 | $21.67 |
| 1D performance | -0.24% | -0.23% |
| AuM | $1.15 M | $170.08 M |
| E/R | 0.62% | 0.49% |
Characteristics
KDRN | BNDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Active |
| Provider | Kings Barn | Northern Trust |
| Benchmark | - | - |
| N° of holdings | 6982 | 7839 |
| Asset class | - | - |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | December 21, 2021 | November 21, 2016 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Exposure
Countries
KDRN
USA
58.5%
Other
41.5%
BNDC
USA
49.74%
Other
50.26%
Sectors
KDRN
Sovereign
22.96%
Finance
21.12%
Other
55.92%
BNDC
Finance
23.49%
Sovereign
9.82%
Other
66.68%
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Diversification
KDRN
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
27.18%
BNDC
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
5.31%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of July 31, 2026
KDRN
US82889N5251
22.80%
USA, Notes 3.5% 31jan2028, USD (U-2028)
0.52%
USA, Notes 4.625% 30apr2029, USD (Y-2029)
0.32%
USA, Notes 4.5% 31may2029, USD (Z-2029)
0.31%
USA, Notes 4% 31jul2029, USD (AB-2029)
0.31%
USA, Notes 4.25% 30jun2029, USD (AA-2029)
0.30%
USA, Notes 4.25% 28feb2029, USD (V-2029)
0.30%
USA, Notes 4.125% 31mar2029, USD (W-2029)
0.30%
USA, Notes 2.875% 15aug2028, USD (E-2028)
0.29%
USA, Notes 3.75% 15aug2027, USD (AR-2027)
0.29%
USA, Notes 4.25% 15jan2028, USD (AJ-2028)
0.29%
USA, Notes 2.875% 15may2028, USD (C-2028)
0.29%
USA, Notes 3.375% 29feb2028, USD (AY-2028)
0.29%
USA, Notes 3.875% 15jul2028, USD (AQ-2028)
0.29%
USA, Notes 1% 31jul2028, USD (N-2028)
0.28%
BNDC
USA, Bills 0% 15oct2026, USD (182D)
0.68%
BlackRock Cash Funds - Institutional
0.64%
Walt Disney, FRN 14mar2029, USD
0.50%
USA, Notes 1.375% 15nov2031, USD (F-2031)
0.47%
Merck & Co, FRN 15mar2029, USD
0.36%
Bank of America Corporation, FRN 9may2029, USD (N)
0.31%
Abbott Laboratories, FRN 9mar2029, USD
0.30%
AT&T Inc, 3.8% 15feb2027, USD
0.30%
USA, Notes 2.625% 15feb2029, USD (B-2029)
0.26%
Ingersoll Rand, 5.197% 15jun2027, USD
0.26%
Royal Bank of Canada, FRN 10jul2029, USD
0.26%
US01F0626972
0.26%
USA, Notes 2.75% 15feb2028, USD (B-2028)
0.24%
Truist Bank, FRN 27jan2029, USD (I)
0.23%
Chevron U.S.A., FRN 13aug2028, USD
0.22%
Frequently asked questions about KDRN and BNDC
How have the KDRN and BNDC ETFs performed in 2026?
As of September 1, 2026, KDRN is up 0.66% year-to-date (YTD), while BNDC has lost -0.84%. That puts KDRN better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: KDRN or BNDC?
Year-to-date, the KDRN ETF saw -$1M in flows, compared to +$29M for BNDC.
Which ETF is more volatile: KDRN or BNDC?
Over the past year, KDRN had a volatility of 3.4%, while BNDC experienced 3.61%.
Which ETF is bigger: KDRN or BNDC?
As of September 1, 2026, KDRN holds $1.15 M in assets under management (AUM), while BNDC manages $170.08 M.
What sectors do the KDRN and BNDC ETFs invest in?
KDRN leans toward sectors like Sovereign and Finance. Meanwhile, BNDC focuses on Finance and Sovereign.
What are the top holdings of the KDRN ETF and BNDC ETF?
KDRN top holdings include US82889N5251, USA, Notes 3.5% 31jan2028, USD (U-2028) and USA, Notes 4.625% 30apr2029, USD (Y-2029). BNDC holds in its top three: USA, Bills 0% 15oct2026, USD (182D), BlackRock Cash Funds - Institutional and Walt Disney, FRN 14mar2029, USD.
Which ETF is more diversified: KDRN or BNDC?
KDRN holds 7007 securities with 27.18% of its assets in the top 15. BNDC has 16442 securities and a top 15 weight of 5.31%.
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