Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | Financial Services | 10% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 10% | |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | Gold, Precious Metals | 5% |
IWY iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 10% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 10% |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | Semiconductors, Technology Equities | 25% |
SPGP Invesco S&P 500 GARP ETF | S&P 500 | 10% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | S&P 500 | 10% |
XLK State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | Technology Equities | 10% |
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 8 ETFs + BTC, 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 Jul 24, 2012, corresponding to the inception date of BTC-USD
Returns By Period
As of Apr 9, 2026, the 8 ETFs + BTC returned 1.24% Year-To-Date and 30.18% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 2.51% | -0.19% | -0.92% | 0.43% | 36.13% | 18.22% | 10.44% | 12.72% |
Portfolio 8 ETFs + BTC | 2.86% | 1.23% | 1.24% | -0.23% | 52.05% | 31.19% | 17.90% | 30.18% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 2.52% | -0.08% | -0.61% | 1.02% | 37.67% | 19.83% | 12.02% | 14.63% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 2.97% | -0.15% | -1.21% | -0.62% | 46.38% | 24.71% | 13.13% | 19.58% |
SPGP Invesco S&P 500 GARP ETF | 3.50% | 0.15% | -1.03% | -1.79% | 31.83% | 11.40% | 7.28% | 14.24% |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 5.76% | 7.24% | 17.44% | 22.59% | 135.75% | 50.32% | 27.76% | 32.77% |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 0.35% | -3.51% | -4.56% | -4.02% | -2.62% | 15.36% | 12.52% | 13.02% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | -1.46% | 3.55% | -19.01% | -42.55% | -7.07% | 35.73% | 4.05% | 66.87% |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | 0.66% | -8.00% | 9.70% | 16.82% | 58.12% | 32.76% | 21.80% | 14.05% |
IWY iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF | 2.53% | -1.93% | -6.59% | -6.70% | 38.38% | 23.69% | 13.30% | 18.07% |
XLK State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | 3.10% | 1.51% | -1.46% | -2.25% | 58.57% | 24.74% | 15.74% | 21.82% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jul 25, 2012, 8 ETFs + BTC's average daily return is +0.09%, while the average monthly return is +2.67%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 2.2 years.
Historically, 70% of months were positive and 30% were negative. The best month was Nov 2013 with a return of +65.6%, while the worst month was Dec 2013 at -16.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 21 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, 8 ETFs + BTC closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 18, 2013 with a return of +13.3%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -13.1%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.39% | -1.15% | -5.14% | 5.46% | 1.24% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2.69% | -3.12% | -4.95% | 1.71% | 7.83% | 7.59% | 2.70% | 1.08% | 6.55% | 3.79% | -2.25% | 0.41% | 25.71% |
| 2024 | 2.99% | 11.36% | 5.41% | -5.52% | 7.53% | 3.84% | -0.34% | 0.35% | 1.87% | 0.29% | 7.54% | -1.72% | 37.71% |
| 2023 | 12.88% | -0.84% | 8.91% | -0.11% | 5.06% | 6.30% | 3.33% | -2.27% | -4.55% | 1.03% | 10.36% | 6.17% | 55.18% |
| 2022 | -7.50% | -0.77% | 3.72% | -11.58% | -0.60% | -12.91% | 12.15% | -7.13% | -9.52% | 5.53% | 7.47% | -6.80% | -27.40% |
| 2021 | 1.78% | 7.09% | 6.71% | 3.52% | -1.90% | 2.38% | 3.62% | 4.19% | -5.56% | 10.35% | 2.06% | 0.69% | 39.84% |
Benchmark Metrics
8 ETFs + BTC has an annualized alpha of 16.82%, beta of 1.04, and R² of 0.65 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since July 25, 2012.
- This portfolio captured 170.45% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 90.89% of its losses — a favorable profile for investors.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 16.82% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 1.04 and R² of 0.65, 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
- 16.82%
- Beta
- 1.04
- R²
- 0.65
- Upside Capture
- 170.45%
- Downside Capture
- 90.89%
Expense Ratio
8 ETFs + BTC 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
8 ETFs + BTC ranks 36 for risk / return — below 36% of portfolios on our site. The returns aren't fully compensating for the risk involved. This isn't necessarily a dealbreaker, but factor it into your decision — especially if you're risk-averse.
Return / Risk — by metrics
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.44 | 2.19 | +0.25 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.60 | 3.49 | +0.11 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.46 | 1.48 | -0.02 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.17 | 3.70 | -2.54 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 3.69 | 16.45 | -12.76 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 80 | 2.30 | 3.63 | 1.50 | 3.94 | 17.63 |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 74 | 2.21 | 3.38 | 1.46 | 3.69 | 13.85 |
SPGP Invesco S&P 500 GARP ETF | 48 | 1.61 | 2.63 | 1.32 | 2.51 | 9.45 |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 95 | 3.90 | 4.56 | 1.63 | 9.02 | 32.85 |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 26 | -0.16 | -0.10 | 0.99 | -0.19 | -0.32 |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 49 | -0.16 | 0.07 | 1.01 | -1.05 | -1.82 |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | 58 | 2.13 | 2.54 | 1.38 | 2.89 | 10.15 |
IWY iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF | 51 | 1.86 | 2.91 | 1.38 | 2.18 | 7.29 |
XLK State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | 72 | 2.33 | 3.34 | 1.45 | 3.53 | 11.77 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
8 ETFs + BTC provided a 0.41% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 0.41% | 0.43% | 0.54% | 0.62% | 0.86% | 0.48% | 0.65% | 0.95% | 1.15% | 0.95% | 0.92% | 1.29% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 1.15% | 1.13% | 1.24% | 1.46% | 1.69% | 1.25% | 1.54% | 1.88% | 2.06% | 1.78% | 2.02% | 2.10% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.46% | 0.45% | 0.56% | 0.62% | 0.80% | 0.43% | 0.55% | 0.74% | 0.91% | 0.84% | 1.06% | 0.99% |
SPGP Invesco S&P 500 GARP ETF | 0.94% | 1.04% | 1.38% | 1.24% | 1.22% | 0.69% | 1.10% | 0.86% | 0.95% | 0.68% | 0.89% | 1.12% |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 0.26% | 0.31% | 0.44% | 0.60% | 1.18% | 0.51% | 0.69% | 1.50% | 1.88% | 1.43% | 0.80% | 2.14% |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
IWY iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF | 0.38% | 0.36% | 0.42% | 0.68% | 0.88% | 0.50% | 0.71% | 1.06% | 1.32% | 1.26% | 1.51% | 1.58% |
XLK State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | 0.54% | 0.54% | 0.66% | 0.76% | 1.04% | 0.65% | 0.92% | 1.16% | 1.60% | 1.37% | 1.74% | 1.79% |
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 8 ETFs + BTC. 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 8 ETFs + BTC was 34.35%, occurring on Oct 15, 2022. Recovery took 391 trading sessions.
The current 8 ETFs + BTC drawdown is 4.31%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -34.35% | Nov 9, 2021 | 341 | Oct 15, 2022 | 391 | Nov 10, 2023 | 732 |
| -31.58% | Feb 15, 2020 | 37 | Mar 22, 2020 | 114 | Jul 14, 2020 | 151 |
| -26.58% | Dec 17, 2017 | 374 | Dec 25, 2018 | 171 | Jun 14, 2019 | 545 |
| -26.42% | Dec 5, 2013 | 14 | Dec 18, 2013 | 847 | Apr 13, 2016 | 861 |
| -21.22% | Jan 24, 2025 | 75 | Apr 8, 2025 | 60 | Jun 7, 2025 | 135 |
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 9 assets, with an effective number of assets of 7.41, 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 | IAU | BTC-USD | BRK-B | SMH | SPGP | XLK | IWY | QQQ | VOO | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.02 | 0.15 | 0.67 | 0.77 | 0.87 | 0.89 | 0.93 | 0.90 | 1.00 | 0.81 |
| IAU | 0.02 | 1.00 | 0.07 | -0.04 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 0.02 | 0.01 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.06 |
| BTC-USD | 0.15 | 0.07 | 1.00 | 0.05 | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0.13 | 0.12 | 0.58 |
| BRK-B | 0.67 | -0.04 | 0.05 | 1.00 | 0.36 | 0.55 | 0.42 | 0.47 | 0.43 | 0.61 | 0.44 |
| SMH | 0.77 | 0.02 | 0.12 | 0.36 | 1.00 | 0.63 | 0.80 | 0.72 | 0.77 | 0.71 | 0.74 |
| SPGP | 0.87 | 0.00 | 0.12 | 0.55 | 0.63 | 1.00 | 0.71 | 0.74 | 0.73 | 0.81 | 0.66 |
| XLK | 0.89 | 0.02 | 0.12 | 0.42 | 0.80 | 0.71 | 1.00 | 0.90 | 0.92 | 0.83 | 0.75 |
| IWY | 0.93 | 0.01 | 0.12 | 0.47 | 0.72 | 0.74 | 0.90 | 1.00 | 0.94 | 0.89 | 0.73 |
| QQQ | 0.90 | 0.02 | 0.13 | 0.43 | 0.77 | 0.73 | 0.92 | 0.94 | 1.00 | 0.86 | 0.75 |
| VOO | 1.00 | 0.02 | 0.12 | 0.61 | 0.71 | 0.81 | 0.83 | 0.89 | 0.86 | 1.00 | 0.73 |
| Portfolio | 0.81 | 0.06 | 0.58 | 0.44 | 0.74 | 0.66 | 0.75 | 0.73 | 0.75 | 0.73 | 1.00 |