Compare two investments
Pick any two asset types, set your amount and years β see what each would return.
First option
Second option
β¬20,000
10 years
None (one-time only)
Equity ETF
β¬41,221
+β¬21,221 (106%)
Bond fund
β¬29,605
+β¬9,605 (48%)
How β¬20,000 grows over 10 years
Plain-language summary
Equity ETFs aim for higher long-term growth, while bond funds give steadier, calmer returns. If you can accept short-term dips and have 5+ years, equity is likely to end higher. If you need predictability, bonds are the calmer choice.
Equity ETF
In a major crisis (like 2008) the fund value can drop 30β40% temporarily. It historically recovered within 3β5 years.
Bond fund
If interest rates rise sharply, bond values can temporarily fall 5β10%. This usually recovers over 1β2 years.
Returns shown are historical averages β not guaranteed. Educational only, not financial advice.