Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
XUU.TO iShares Core S&P U.S. Total Market Index ETF | Large Cap Blend Equities | 40% |
VCN.TO Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF | Canada Equities | 25% |
XEF-U.TO iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF | Global Equities | 25% |
ZAG.TO BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF | Canadian Government Bonds | 5% |
XEC.TO iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets IMI Index ETF | Emerging Markets Equities | 5% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of CA$10,000 in 5% Bonds, 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
As of Jun 13, 2026, the 5% Bonds returned 11.76% Year-To-Date and 12.23% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.69% | 1.00% | 10.76% | 10.40% | 27.77% | 21.16% | 15.12% | 14.58% |
Portfolio 5% Bonds | 0.70% | 2.17% | 11.76% | 12.18% | 29.32% | 21.04% | 13.43% | 12.23% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VCN.TO Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF | 0.72% | 2.14% | 10.85% | 11.65% | 33.96% | 23.86% | 14.96% | 12.80% |
XEC.TO iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets IMI Index ETF | 0.76% | 2.43% | 25.33% | 27.75% | 49.06% | 23.24% | 9.78% | 10.85% |
XEF-U.TO iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF | 0.92% | 3.41% | 12.07% | 12.78% | 26.15% | 18.50% | 11.30% | 7.69% |
XUU.TO iShares Core S&P U.S. Total Market Index ETF | 0.63% | 1.53% | 11.45% | 11.22% | 29.10% | 22.22% | 15.33% | 15.61% |
ZAG.TO BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF | 0.00% | 1.30% | 1.77% | 2.14% | 3.92% | 4.75% | 0.68% | 1.63% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Feb 18, 2015, 5% Bonds's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.89%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 6.5 years.
Historically, 66% of months were positive and 34% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +10.2%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -12.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, 5% Bonds closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +8.4%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -8.1%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.68% | 3.58% | -4.42% | 5.62% | 4.66% | 0.44% | 11.76% | ||||||
| 2025 | 4.45% | -0.61% | -2.91% | -2.30% | 5.17% | 3.13% | 1.82% | 2.86% | 4.48% | 2.00% | 0.98% | -0.36% | 19.96% |
| 2024 | 1.19% | 4.24% | 3.20% | -1.91% | 3.07% | 0.88% | 3.74% | 0.40% | 2.38% | 0.32% | 4.52% | -0.92% | 23.00% |
| 2023 | 5.84% | -1.08% | 1.26% | 2.26% | -2.37% | 3.20% | 2.76% | -0.74% | -3.94% | -1.09% | 6.65% | 3.16% | 16.46% |
| 2022 | -3.61% | -2.02% | 1.31% | -5.35% | -0.52% | -6.95% | 4.91% | -1.24% | -4.47% | 3.86% | 8.09% | -3.64% | -10.23% |
| 2021 | 0.78% | 1.50% | 2.68% | 1.73% | 0.72% | 3.04% | 1.51% | 2.78% | -2.26% | 2.14% | -0.21% | 3.43% | 19.19% |
Benchmark Metrics
5% Bonds has an annualized alpha of 2.90%, beta of 0.55, and R2 of 0.70 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since February 18, 2015.
- This portfolio participated in 77.40% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 74.40% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.90% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.55 indicates this portfolio moves significantly less than S&P 500 Index - a genuinely defensive profile with reduced participation in both market rallies and downturns.
- Alpha
- 2.90%
- Beta
- 0.55
- R²
- 0.70
- Upside Capture
- 74.40%
- Downside Capture
- 77.40%
Expense Ratio
5% Bonds has an expense ratio of 0.11%, 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
5% Bonds ranks 77 for risk / return — better than 77% of Portfolios on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for 5% Bonds and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.41 | 2.02 | +0.39 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.33 | 2.78 | +0.55 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.44 | 1.35 | +0.09 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.48 | 2.81 | +0.67 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 15.03 | 10.45 | +4.58 |
How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.
| Position | Risk / Return Rank | Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Martin ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VCN.TO Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF | 85 | 2.59 | 3.35 | 1.47 | 3.68 | 16.98 |
XEC.TO iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets IMI Index ETF | 81 | 2.34 | 3.00 | 1.45 | 4.13 | 13.90 |
XEF-U.TO iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF | 50 | 1.55 | 2.23 | 1.28 | 2.13 | 8.26 |
XUU.TO iShares Core S&P U.S. Total Market Index ETF | 75 | 2.22 | 3.00 | 1.41 | 3.13 | 11.81 |
ZAG.TO BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF | 26 | 0.83 | 1.17 | 1.15 | 1.33 | 3.11 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
5% Bonds provided a 1.71% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.71% | 1.91% | 2.07% | 2.21% | 2.38% | 1.93% | 1.90% | 2.37% | 2.20% | 1.83% | 1.96% | 2.01% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VCN.TO Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF | 2.00% | 2.27% | 2.71% | 3.00% | 3.17% | 2.49% | 2.72% | 2.88% | 2.83% | 2.29% | 2.36% | 2.68% |
XEC.TO iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets IMI Index ETF | 1.53% | 1.92% | 2.03% | 2.15% | 2.19% | 2.78% | 1.64% | 2.87% | 2.66% | 2.13% | 1.80% | 2.19% |
XEF-U.TO iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF | 2.22% | 2.44% | 2.85% | 2.76% | 2.98% | 2.43% | 1.86% | 2.72% | 2.07% | 1.62% | 1.84% | 1.86% |
XUU.TO iShares Core S&P U.S. Total Market Index ETF | 1.02% | 1.16% | 1.02% | 1.22% | 1.38% | 1.01% | 1.33% | 1.68% | 1.74% | 1.49% | 1.65% | 1.53% |
ZAG.TO BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF | 3.41% | 3.48% | 3.44% | 3.47% | 3.56% | 3.04% | 2.88% | 3.03% | 2.92% | 2.95% | 3.07% | 3.13% |
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 5% Bonds. 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 5% Bonds was 28.97%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 163 trading sessions.
The current 5% Bonds drawdown is 0.64%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -28.97%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 7mo 25d | 8mo 27dFeb 2020 - Nov 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -18.03%Sep 2022 | 9mo 3d | 1y 1mo | 1y 10moDec 2021 - Nov 2023 |
2025 selloff2025 | -14.11%Apr 2025 | 2mo 7d | 2mo 3d | 4mo 10dJan 2025 - Jun 2025 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -12.15%Dec 2018 | 5mo 7d | 2mo 21d | 7mo 28dJul 2018 - Mar 2019 |
2016 correction2016 | -10.48%Feb 2016 | 1mo 13d | 5mo 12d | 6mo 25dDec 2015 - Jul 2016 |
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 5 assets, with an effective number of assets of 3.45, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your allocation shows noticeable concentration: a few holdings carry significantly more weight than the rest. Rebalancing toward more even weights — or adding less correlated assets — could reduce risk.
Diversification Ratio
1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.15 | 1.19 | 1.25 | 1.26 | 1.28 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.28, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
5% Bonds correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.87 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.82 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.83 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.81 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Feb 18, 2015 | 0.79 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. XUU.TO has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.73, while ZAG.TO has the lowest at -0.01.
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