Asset Allocation
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in asset class portfolio, 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 never rebalanced.
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The earliest data available for this chart is Dec 27, 2007, corresponding to the inception date of MGK
Returns By Period
As of Apr 11, 2026, the asset class portfolio returned 0.64% Year-To-Date and 12.37% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | -0.11% | 2.16% | -0.42% | 4.03% | 27.10% | 18.38% | 10.55% | 12.70% |
Portfolio asset class portfolio | -0.08% | 2.72% | 0.64% | 4.51% | 28.47% | 17.71% | 8.82% | 12.37% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VV Vanguard Large-Cap ETF | -0.09% | 2.17% | -0.56% | 3.97% | 28.60% | 20.21% | 11.65% | 14.60% |
VO Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF | -0.52% | 3.00% | 2.62% | 4.44% | 23.64% | 13.98% | 7.05% | 11.15% |
VB Vanguard Small-Cap ETF | -0.32% | 4.75% | 5.89% | 10.48% | 34.04% | 14.70% | 6.10% | 11.02% |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | 0.22% | 2.13% | 6.20% | 7.60% | 15.60% | 8.09% | 3.71% | 5.16% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 0.55% | 4.49% | 5.56% | 10.14% | 35.34% | 15.31% | 4.99% | 8.10% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 0.28% | 5.09% | 8.62% | 16.60% | 41.44% | 17.90% | 9.43% | 9.81% |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | -0.61% | 1.95% | 1.16% | 5.00% | 21.84% | 14.67% | 10.00% | 12.67% |
VXF Vanguard Extended Market ETF | -0.40% | 4.49% | 2.66% | 5.11% | 34.78% | 17.03% | 4.61% | 11.44% |
MGK Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF | 0.37% | 1.18% | -6.01% | -1.68% | 29.82% | 24.86% | 12.57% | 17.51% |
MGC Vanguard Mega Cap ETF | -0.05% | 1.99% | -1.22% | 3.81% | 29.33% | 21.43% | 12.57% | 15.26% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 28, 2007, asset class portfolio's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.86%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 6.7 years.
Historically, 65% of months were positive and 35% were negative. The best month was Apr 2009 with a return of +14.0%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -21.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, asset class portfolio closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 13, 2008 with a return of +11.1%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -12.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.58% | 0.29% | -5.39% | 4.42% | 0.64% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 3.03% | -1.85% | -5.64% | -0.32% | 6.13% | 4.77% | 2.12% | 2.41% | 3.00% | 1.68% | 0.20% | -0.23% | 15.80% |
| 2024 | -0.23% | 5.09% | 2.83% | -4.76% | 4.51% | 2.45% | 2.62% | 2.21% | 2.27% | -1.11% | 6.76% | -3.72% | 19.88% |
| 2023 | 8.23% | -2.73% | 1.69% | 0.57% | -0.13% | 6.95% | 3.67% | -2.57% | -5.06% | -3.19% | 9.92% | 6.19% | 24.62% |
| 2022 | -7.23% | -2.47% | 2.86% | -8.74% | -1.16% | -8.19% | 9.31% | -3.81% | -9.89% | 6.92% | 5.85% | -5.73% | -22.10% |
| 2021 | -0.07% | 3.10% | 2.74% | 5.08% | 0.32% | 2.61% | 1.41% | 2.58% | -4.54% | 6.43% | -1.98% | 3.73% | 23.04% |
Benchmark Metrics
asset class portfolio has an annualized alpha of 0.45%, beta of 1.03, and R² of 0.97 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 28, 2007.
- This portfolio captured 105.31% of S&P 500 Index gains and 102.37% of its losses — amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
- With beta of 1.03 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
- 0.45%
- Beta
- 1.03
- R²
- 0.97
- Upside Capture
- 105.31%
- Downside Capture
- 102.37%
Expense Ratio
asset class portfolio has an expense ratio of 0.05%, 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.
Top 10 holdings
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
asset class portfolio ranks 54 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.
Return / Risk — by metrics
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.28 | 2.23 | +0.05 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.20 | 3.12 | +0.08 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.42 | 1.42 | 0.00 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 4.22 | 4.05 | +0.17 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 18.51 | 17.91 | +0.60 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.
| Risk / Return Rank | Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Martin ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VV Vanguard Large-Cap ETF | 64 | 2.31 | 3.21 | 1.43 | 4.16 | 18.21 |
VO Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF | 50 | 1.94 | 2.77 | 1.34 | 3.89 | 14.77 |
VB Vanguard Small-Cap ETF | 59 | 2.10 | 2.99 | 1.37 | 4.72 | 16.93 |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | 28 | 1.26 | 1.77 | 1.23 | 2.54 | 8.05 |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 67 | 2.55 | 3.50 | 1.48 | 4.14 | 15.31 |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 79 | 3.09 | 4.11 | 1.56 | 4.57 | 18.43 |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | 55 | 2.12 | 3.12 | 1.38 | 3.74 | 14.96 |
VXF Vanguard Extended Market ETF | 54 | 2.06 | 2.88 | 1.36 | 4.30 | 15.14 |
MGK Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF | 37 | 1.83 | 2.53 | 1.33 | 2.50 | 8.61 |
MGC Vanguard Mega Cap ETF | 63 | 2.33 | 3.23 | 1.43 | 4.01 | 17.32 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
asset class portfolio provided a 1.68% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.68% | 1.78% | 1.87% | 2.00% | 2.10% | 1.60% | 1.65% | 1.99% | 2.34% | 1.97% | 2.23% | 2.20% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VV Vanguard Large-Cap ETF | 1.09% | 1.08% | 1.24% | 1.41% | 1.66% | 1.19% | 1.46% | 1.81% | 2.09% | 1.75% | 1.98% | 1.96% |
VO Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF | 1.46% | 1.52% | 1.49% | 1.52% | 1.60% | 1.12% | 1.45% | 1.48% | 1.82% | 1.35% | 1.45% | 1.47% |
VB Vanguard Small-Cap ETF | 1.29% | 1.33% | 1.30% | 1.55% | 1.59% | 1.24% | 1.14% | 1.39% | 1.67% | 1.35% | 1.50% | 1.48% |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | 3.75% | 3.92% | 3.85% | 3.95% | 3.91% | 2.56% | 3.93% | 3.39% | 4.74% | 4.23% | 4.82% | 3.92% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 2.56% | 2.79% | 3.20% | 3.52% | 4.11% | 2.63% | 1.91% | 3.23% | 2.88% | 2.30% | 2.52% | 3.26% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 2.77% | 3.22% | 3.35% | 3.15% | 2.91% | 3.16% | 2.04% | 3.04% | 3.35% | 2.77% | 3.05% | 2.92% |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | 1.56% | 1.62% | 1.73% | 1.88% | 1.96% | 1.55% | 1.63% | 1.71% | 2.08% | 1.88% | 2.14% | 2.34% |
VXF Vanguard Extended Market ETF | 1.13% | 1.14% | 1.09% | 1.27% | 1.15% | 1.13% | 1.07% | 1.30% | 1.66% | 1.25% | 1.43% | 1.35% |
MGK Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF | 0.37% | 0.35% | 0.43% | 0.50% | 0.70% | 0.41% | 0.65% | 0.85% | 1.12% | 1.23% | 1.53% | 1.43% |
MGC Vanguard Mega Cap ETF | 0.98% | 0.93% | 1.15% | 1.35% | 1.65% | 1.17% | 1.45% | 1.81% | 2.10% | 1.83% | 2.14% | 2.11% |
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 asset class portfolio. 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 asset class portfolio was 54.63%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 467 trading sessions.
The current asset class portfolio drawdown is 2.11%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -54.63% | May 20, 2008 | 202 | Mar 9, 2009 | 467 | Jan 12, 2011 | 669 |
| -36.15% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 107 | Aug 24, 2020 | 130 |
| -28.25% | Nov 17, 2021 | 229 | Oct 14, 2022 | 339 | Feb 22, 2024 | 568 |
| -22.84% | May 2, 2011 | 108 | Oct 3, 2011 | 111 | Mar 13, 2012 | 219 |
| -19.53% | Aug 30, 2018 | 80 | Dec 24, 2018 | 70 | Apr 5, 2019 | 150 |
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 11 assets, with an effective number of assets of 10.67, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets suggests that the portfolio's investments are spread across a variety of assets, indicating a well-diversified allocation. However, true diversification also depends on the correlations between assets.
Asset Correlations Table
| Benchmark | VNQ | VWO | VEA | MGK | VB | VIG | VXF | VUG | VO | MGC | VV | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.66 | 0.74 | 0.83 | 0.94 | 0.88 | 0.94 | 0.89 | 0.95 | 0.93 | 0.99 | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| VNQ | 0.66 | 1.00 | 0.51 | 0.58 | 0.57 | 0.70 | 0.68 | 0.68 | 0.59 | 0.71 | 0.64 | 0.66 | 0.74 |
| VWO | 0.74 | 0.51 | 1.00 | 0.81 | 0.70 | 0.69 | 0.68 | 0.70 | 0.71 | 0.72 | 0.73 | 0.74 | 0.77 |
| VEA | 0.83 | 0.58 | 0.81 | 1.00 | 0.75 | 0.77 | 0.79 | 0.77 | 0.77 | 0.80 | 0.81 | 0.82 | 0.85 |
| MGK | 0.94 | 0.57 | 0.70 | 0.75 | 1.00 | 0.79 | 0.84 | 0.83 | 0.99 | 0.85 | 0.95 | 0.94 | 0.91 |
| VB | 0.88 | 0.70 | 0.69 | 0.77 | 0.79 | 1.00 | 0.85 | 0.98 | 0.82 | 0.96 | 0.86 | 0.89 | 0.94 |
| VIG | 0.94 | 0.68 | 0.68 | 0.79 | 0.84 | 0.85 | 1.00 | 0.84 | 0.85 | 0.90 | 0.92 | 0.93 | 0.92 |
| VXF | 0.89 | 0.68 | 0.70 | 0.77 | 0.83 | 0.98 | 0.84 | 1.00 | 0.86 | 0.96 | 0.87 | 0.90 | 0.95 |
| VUG | 0.95 | 0.59 | 0.71 | 0.77 | 0.99 | 0.82 | 0.85 | 0.86 | 1.00 | 0.87 | 0.95 | 0.95 | 0.93 |
| VO | 0.93 | 0.71 | 0.72 | 0.80 | 0.85 | 0.96 | 0.90 | 0.96 | 0.87 | 1.00 | 0.91 | 0.94 | 0.97 |
| MGC | 0.99 | 0.64 | 0.73 | 0.81 | 0.95 | 0.86 | 0.92 | 0.87 | 0.95 | 0.91 | 1.00 | 0.99 | 0.96 |
| VV | 1.00 | 0.66 | 0.74 | 0.82 | 0.94 | 0.89 | 0.93 | 0.90 | 0.95 | 0.94 | 0.99 | 1.00 | 0.98 |
| Portfolio | 0.97 | 0.74 | 0.77 | 0.85 | 0.91 | 0.94 | 0.92 | 0.95 | 0.93 | 0.97 | 0.96 | 0.98 | 1.00 |