Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
DFVEX DFA U.S. Vector Equity Fund | Mid Cap Value Equities | 16.67% |
IMCG iShares Morningstar Mid-Cap Growth ETF | Mid Cap Growth Equities | 16.67% |
IWP iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF | Mid Cap Growth Equities | 16.67% |
VASVX Vanguard Selected Value Fund | Mid Cap Value Equities | 16.67% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | Small Cap Value Equities | 16.67% |
VFMFX Vanguard U.S. Multifactor Fund Admiral Shares | Multi-factor | 16.67% |
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in DFVEX comparisons, 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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The earliest data available for this chart is Jun 26, 2018, corresponding to the inception date of VFMFX
Returns By Period
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.08% | -1.83% | -3.34% | -1.46% | 30.71% | 17.25% | 10.06% | 12.45% |
Portfolio DFVEX comparisons | -0.11% | -0.70% | 1.21% | 1.97% | 30.95% | 15.20% | 7.95% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
DFVEX DFA U.S. Vector Equity Fund | 0.52% | -0.60% | 0.89% | 3.72% | 34.33% | 15.40% | 9.23% | 11.59% |
VASVX Vanguard Selected Value Fund | 0.71% | -1.06% | 1.92% | 3.56% | 29.55% | 13.91% | 8.58% | 10.46% |
VFMFX Vanguard U.S. Multifactor Fund Admiral Shares | 0.64% | 0.89% | 4.85% | 10.27% | 38.93% | 18.85% | 11.66% | — |
IMCG iShares Morningstar Mid-Cap Growth ETF | -0.22% | -0.64% | 0.88% | -2.37% | 25.70% | 13.74% | 5.19% | 12.91% |
IWP iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF | -0.56% | -3.36% | -5.69% | -9.27% | 22.09% | 13.75% | 4.55% | 11.64% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 0.12% | 0.32% | 4.32% | 6.36% | 34.23% | 14.77% | 7.81% | 10.43% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 27, 2018, DFVEX comparisons's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.97%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 6.0 years.
Historically, 62% of months were positive and 38% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +15.0%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -20.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, DFVEX comparisons closed higher 53% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +10.7%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -12.5%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.20% | 2.36% | -5.42% | 1.30% | 1.21% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 4.27% | -3.28% | -5.51% | -1.39% | 6.46% | 3.99% | 1.04% | 3.96% | 0.61% | -0.87% | 1.02% | 0.52% | 10.67% |
| 2024 | -0.93% | 5.28% | 4.64% | -5.87% | 3.14% | -0.86% | 5.33% | 0.90% | 1.67% | -0.50% | 9.28% | -6.71% | 15.14% |
| 2023 | 8.61% | -1.88% | -2.42% | -0.81% | -2.18% | 8.84% | 4.43% | -2.79% | -4.51% | -4.65% | 9.63% | 8.39% | 20.60% |
| 2022 | -6.63% | 0.23% | 1.25% | -7.56% | 0.91% | -9.75% | 9.48% | -2.91% | -9.04% | 10.91% | 5.61% | -5.32% | -14.45% |
| 2021 | 0.77% | 6.30% | 3.34% | 4.43% | 1.31% | 0.67% | 0.02% | 2.53% | -3.50% | 5.84% | -3.18% | 4.33% | 24.73% |
Benchmark Metrics
DFVEX comparisons has an annualized alpha of -1.50%, beta of 1.02, and R² of 0.87 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 27, 2018.
- This portfolio participated in 108.09% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 101.54% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- With beta of 1.02 and R² of 0.87, 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
- -1.50%
- Beta
- 1.02
- R²
- 0.87
- Upside Capture
- 101.54%
- Downside Capture
- 108.09%
Expense Ratio
DFVEX comparisons has an expense ratio of 0.19%, 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
DFVEX comparisons ranks 43 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 | 1.76 | 1.87 | -0.11 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.79 | 3.01 | -0.22 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.36 | 1.41 | -0.05 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.63 | 2.49 | +0.14 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 9.95 | 11.08 | -1.13 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFVEX DFA U.S. Vector Equity Fund | 72 | 2.03 | 3.25 | 1.42 | 1.55 | 6.87 |
VASVX Vanguard Selected Value Fund | 54 | 1.48 | 2.36 | 1.29 | 1.16 | 3.85 |
VFMFX Vanguard U.S. Multifactor Fund Admiral Shares | 91 | 2.28 | 3.52 | 1.45 | 3.14 | 10.76 |
IMCG iShares Morningstar Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 50 | 1.39 | 2.22 | 1.28 | 1.74 | 6.69 |
IWP iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 36 | 1.05 | 1.77 | 1.21 | 0.98 | 3.17 |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 71 | 1.83 | 2.83 | 1.35 | 3.00 | 10.35 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
DFVEX comparisons provided a 3.38% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 3.38% | 3.34% | 3.68% | 2.80% | 3.99% | 3.53% | 2.52% | 2.50% | 3.53% | 2.67% | 1.90% | 2.27% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
DFVEX DFA U.S. Vector Equity Fund | 1.19% | 0.91% | 1.26% | 3.33% | 4.94% | 9.56% | 1.28% | 2.98% | 4.09% | 4.41% | 3.46% | 4.59% |
VASVX Vanguard Selected Value Fund | 13.07% | 13.32% | 14.35% | 8.29% | 13.22% | 7.77% | 10.19% | 7.44% | 11.90% | 8.59% | 4.51% | 5.68% |
VFMFX Vanguard U.S. Multifactor Fund Admiral Shares | 3.00% | 2.69% | 3.29% | 1.66% | 2.09% | 1.37% | 1.48% | 1.63% | 1.45% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
IMCG iShares Morningstar Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 0.78% | 0.78% | 0.78% | 0.85% | 0.91% | 0.41% | 0.09% | 0.30% | 0.35% | 0.45% | 0.52% | 0.38% |
IWP iShares Russell Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 0.36% | 0.37% | 0.40% | 0.54% | 0.77% | 0.30% | 0.38% | 0.59% | 1.02% | 0.78% | 1.16% | 0.98% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 1.88% | 1.95% | 1.98% | 2.12% | 2.03% | 1.75% | 1.68% | 2.06% | 2.35% | 1.79% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
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 DFVEX comparisons. 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 DFVEX comparisons was 40.52%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 159 trading sessions.
The current DFVEX comparisons drawdown is 4.91%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -40.52% | Feb 21, 2020 | 22 | Mar 23, 2020 | 159 | Nov 5, 2020 | 181 |
| -25% | Nov 17, 2021 | 215 | Sep 26, 2022 | 310 | Dec 19, 2023 | 525 |
| -23.2% | Aug 30, 2018 | 80 | Dec 24, 2018 | 145 | Jul 24, 2019 | 225 |
| -21.94% | Dec 5, 2024 | 84 | Apr 8, 2025 | 87 | Aug 13, 2025 | 171 |
| -8.71% | Feb 27, 2026 | 22 | Mar 30, 2026 | — | — | — |
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 6 assets, with an effective number of assets of 6.00, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets indicates a moderate level of diversification, where some assets may have a more significant influence on overall performance.
Asset Correlations Table
| Benchmark | IWP | IMCG | VASVX | VBR | VFMFX | DFVEX | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.88 | 0.88 | 0.78 | 0.79 | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.89 |
| IWP | 0.88 | 1.00 | 0.98 | 0.72 | 0.76 | 0.80 | 0.79 | 0.89 |
| IMCG | 0.88 | 0.98 | 1.00 | 0.73 | 0.78 | 0.81 | 0.80 | 0.90 |
| VASVX | 0.78 | 0.72 | 0.73 | 1.00 | 0.96 | 0.93 | 0.95 | 0.93 |
| VBR | 0.79 | 0.76 | 0.78 | 0.96 | 1.00 | 0.96 | 0.97 | 0.96 |
| VFMFX | 0.85 | 0.80 | 0.81 | 0.93 | 0.96 | 1.00 | 0.97 | 0.97 |
| DFVEX | 0.85 | 0.79 | 0.80 | 0.95 | 0.97 | 0.97 | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| Portfolio | 0.89 | 0.89 | 0.90 | 0.93 | 0.96 | 0.97 | 0.97 | 1.00 |