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VTWAX + VIGAX
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Diversification

Asset Allocation


S&P 500 Index

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in VTWAX + VIGAX, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends. The portfolio is rebalanced Every 3 months.


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Returns By Period


Position1D1MYTD6M1Y3Y*5Y*10Y*
Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
-2.64%0.25%7.86%7.47%
Portfolio
VTWAX + VIGAX
0.30%2.74%11.96%11.94%29.63%22.84%12.47%
VIGAX
Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares
0.25%3.69%9.74%8.45%28.58%26.07%15.15%18.24%
VTWAX
Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares
0.32%2.31%12.65%13.20%29.74%21.19%11.05%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Feb 8, 2019, VTWAX + VIGAX's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.34%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.3 years.

Historically, 66% of months were positive and 34% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +12.2%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -13.4%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.

On a daily basis, VTWAX + VIGAX closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +9.3%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -11.8%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20261.78%-0.03%-6.07%10.92%5.58%0.02%11.96%
20252.86%-1.27%-5.03%1.21%6.73%5.11%1.84%2.30%3.88%2.51%-0.34%0.53%21.69%
20240.68%5.29%2.57%-3.75%5.04%3.14%0.97%2.30%2.28%-1.66%4.90%-1.83%21.28%
20238.38%-2.60%4.29%1.28%0.73%6.18%3.56%-2.33%-4.66%-2.60%9.82%4.90%29.03%
2022-6.06%-3.31%2.35%-9.40%-0.43%-8.39%8.85%-4.25%-9.84%5.63%7.34%-5.57%-22.70%
2021-0.56%2.17%2.40%5.02%0.65%2.62%1.37%2.75%-4.48%6.06%-1.72%3.31%20.92%

Benchmark Metrics

VTWAX + VIGAX has an annualized alpha of -0.25%, beta of 1.09, and R2 of 0.97 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since February 08, 2019.

  • This portfolio captured 105.18% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 94.30% of its losses - a favorable profile for investors.
  • With beta of 1.09 and R2 of 0.97, this portfolio moves broadly in line with S&P 500 Index - much of its variation is explained by market exposure rather than independent behavior.

Alpha
-0.25%
Beta
1.09
0.97
Upside Capture
105.18%
Downside Capture
94.30%

Expense Ratio

VTWAX + VIGAX has an expense ratio of 0.08%, which is considered low. Below, you can find the expense ratios of the portfolio's funds side by side and easily compare their relative costs.


Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

VTWAX + VIGAX ranks 41 for risk / return — on par with similar Portfolios. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


VTWAX + VIGAX Risk / Return Rank: 4141
Overall Rank
VTWAX + VIGAX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 4141
Sharpe Ratio Rank
VTWAX + VIGAX Sortino Ratio Rank: 4040
Sortino Ratio Rank
VTWAX + VIGAX Omega Ratio Rank: 4040
Omega Ratio Rank
VTWAX + VIGAX Calmar Ratio Rank: 3838
Calmar Ratio Rank
VTWAX + VIGAX Martin Ratio Rank: 4848
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for VTWAX + VIGAX and compares them with S&P 500 Index.


PortfolioBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

2.24

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

3.07

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

1.40

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

2.88

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

13.00


How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.

PositionRisk / Return RankSharpe ratioSortino ratioOmega ratioCalmar ratioMartin ratio
VIGAX
Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares
321.752.381.301.685.92
VTWAX
Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares
692.393.281.433.0613.70

Sharpe Ratio

The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.

VTWAX + VIGAX Sharpe ratios as of Jun 5, 2026 (values are recalculated daily):

  • 1-Year: 2.24
  • 5-Year: 0.72
  • All Time: 0.82

These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns (including price changes and dividends).

Compared to the broad market, where average Sharpe ratios range from 1.84 to 2.81, this portfolio's current Sharpe ratio falls between the 25th and 75th percentiles. This indicates that its risk-adjusted performance is in line with the majority of portfolios, suggesting a balanced approach to risk and return—likely suitable for a wide range of investors.

The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of VTWAX + VIGAX compared to the selected benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.


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Dividends

Dividend yield

VTWAX + VIGAX provided a 1.20% dividend yield over the last twelve months.


PositionTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Portfolio1.20%1.38%1.48%1.61%1.72%1.40%1.35%1.88%0.39%0.34%0.42%0.39%
VIGAX
Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares
0.36%0.40%0.46%0.57%0.69%0.47%0.66%0.94%1.31%1.14%1.39%1.31%
VTWAX
Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares
1.56%1.80%1.92%2.06%2.17%1.79%1.64%2.28%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the VTWAX + VIGAX. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the VTWAX + VIGAX was 33.36%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 92 trading sessions.

The current VTWAX + VIGAX drawdown is 0.91%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

COVID crash2020
-33.36%Mar 2020
1mo 2d4mo 13d
5mo 15dFeb 2020 - Aug 2020
Bear market2022
-28.96%Oct 2022
11mo 9d1y 3mo
2y 2moNov 2021 - Jan 2024
2025 selloff2025
-18.39%Apr 2025
1mo 18d1mo 26d
3mo 14dFeb 2025 - Jun 2025
2026 correction2026
-10.17%Mar 2026
2mo 1d16d
2mo 17dJan 2026 - Apr 2026
2024 pullback2024
-9.19%Aug 2024
19d1mo 15d
2mo 4dJul 2024 - Sep 2024

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Diversification

Diversification Metrics


Number of Effective Assets

The portfolio contains 2 assets, with an effective number of assets of 1.72, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your capital is well-distributed across most of your holdings, with only mild concentration in a few names. True diversification also depends on the correlations between assets — check the diversification ratio below.


Diversification Ratio
1Y
3Y
5Y
All Time
Diversification Ratio

1.03

1.02

1.02

1.02

The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.02, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.

VTWAX + VIGAX correlation to the S&P 500 Index

VTWAX + VIGAX has a 0.98 correlation to S&P 500 Index over the trailing 12 months. This section compares each holding's correlation to the benchmark and to the portfolio.

Correlation
Correlation (1Y)
Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

0.98

Correlation (3Y)
Calculated over the trailing 3-year period

0.98

Correlation (5Y)
Calculated over the trailing 5-year period

0.98

Correlation (All Time)
Calculated using the full available price history since Feb 8, 2019

0.98


Benchmark Correlations

Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VTWAX has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.96, while VIGAX has the lowest at 0.93.

VIGAX
0.93
VTWAX
0.96

Portfolio Correlations

Correlation vs. VTWAX + VIGAX. VTWAX has the highest portfolio correlation at 0.98, while VIGAX has the lowest at 0.95.

VIGAX
0.95
VTWAX
0.98

Asset Correlations Table

The table below displays the correlation coefficients between the individual components of the portfolio, the entire portfolio, and the chosen benchmark.

VIGAXVTWAX
VIGAX1.000.89
VTWAX0.891.00
The correlation results are calculated based on daily price changes starting from Feb 8, 2019
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