Asset Allocation
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in factor, 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 18, 2013, corresponding to the inception date of QUAL
Returns By Period
As of Apr 2, 2026, the factor returned 1.39% Year-To-Date and 12.30% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.11% | -3.43% | -3.84% | -1.98% | 16.08% | 16.86% | 10.37% | 12.29% |
Portfolio factor | 0.32% | -2.47% | 1.39% | 3.24% | 18.88% | 16.70% | 9.60% | 12.30% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VLUE iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF | 0.32% | -0.85% | 6.67% | 15.58% | 38.49% | 18.92% | 9.91% | 11.92% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 0.20% | -3.26% | 3.80% | 5.19% | 17.55% | 13.63% | 7.68% | 10.27% |
MTUM iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | 0.25% | -0.38% | -1.69% | -3.55% | 20.25% | 21.22% | 9.74% | 14.17% |
SPLV Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF | 0.79% | -3.82% | 4.06% | 2.79% | 0.98% | 7.95% | 7.05% | 8.48% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 0.16% | -3.26% | -3.13% | -1.24% | 17.86% | 18.10% | 10.66% | 13.75% |
QUAL iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF | 0.20% | -4.31% | -2.54% | -1.12% | 13.24% | 17.00% | 10.75% | 13.06% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jul 19, 2013, factor's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +1.01%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 5.7 years.
Historically, 69% of months were positive and 31% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +12.5%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -15.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, factor closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +10.1%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -12.0%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.81% | 1.72% | -5.31% | 1.40% | 1.39% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 3.76% | -0.10% | -4.55% | -1.14% | 5.45% | 3.77% | 0.62% | 3.18% | 3.17% | 0.37% | 1.34% | 0.53% | 17.22% |
| 2024 | 1.29% | 5.24% | 3.93% | -5.16% | 4.31% | 1.50% | 2.67% | 2.42% | 1.76% | -0.98% | 6.52% | -5.41% | 18.76% |
| 2023 | 4.82% | -3.23% | 0.59% | 0.96% | -2.80% | 6.75% | 3.17% | -1.76% | -4.40% | -2.40% | 8.26% | 5.75% | 15.70% |
| 2022 | -5.55% | -2.12% | 3.14% | -7.57% | 0.82% | -8.33% | 7.09% | -3.22% | -8.93% | 10.45% | 5.57% | -4.86% | -14.71% |
| 2021 | 0.41% | 3.40% | 4.53% | 4.46% | 1.08% | 0.83% | 1.20% | 2.42% | -4.28% | 5.82% | -1.91% | 4.70% | 24.56% |
Benchmark Metrics
factor has an annualized alpha of 0.94%, beta of 0.96, and R² of 0.96 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since July 19, 2013.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (97.31%) than losses (94.20%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- With beta of 0.96 and R² of 0.96, 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
- 0.94%
- Beta
- 0.96
- R²
- 0.96
- Upside Capture
- 97.31%
- Downside Capture
- 94.20%
Expense Ratio
factor has an expense ratio of 0.14%, 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
factor 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 | 1.10 | 0.88 | +0.22 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.62 | 1.37 | +0.26 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.24 | 1.21 | +0.03 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.65 | 1.39 | +0.26 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 7.96 | 6.43 | +1.52 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VLUE iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF | 89 | 1.97 | 2.64 | 1.38 | 3.08 | 13.28 |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 44 | 0.86 | 1.33 | 1.18 | 1.37 | 5.57 |
MTUM iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | 51 | 0.89 | 1.36 | 1.20 | 1.78 | 6.63 |
SPLV Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF | 13 | 0.08 | 0.19 | 1.03 | 0.12 | 0.37 |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 54 | 0.94 | 1.47 | 1.22 | 1.53 | 7.16 |
QUAL iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF | 40 | 0.76 | 1.21 | 1.17 | 1.21 | 5.43 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
factor provided a 1.46% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.46% | 1.50% | 1.60% | 1.87% | 2.10% | 1.40% | 1.64% | 1.93% | 2.08% | 1.73% | 1.85% | 1.87% |
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VLUE iShares Edge MSCI USA Value Factor ETF | 1.96% | 2.11% | 2.73% | 2.66% | 3.18% | 2.22% | 2.42% | 2.61% | 2.70% | 2.14% | 2.07% | 2.39% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 1.89% | 1.95% | 1.98% | 2.12% | 2.03% | 1.75% | 1.68% | 2.06% | 2.35% | 1.79% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
MTUM iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | 0.80% | 0.91% | 0.75% | 1.35% | 1.80% | 0.55% | 0.83% | 1.48% | 1.27% | 1.02% | 1.43% | 1.12% |
SPLV Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF | 2.10% | 2.04% | 1.88% | 2.45% | 2.11% | 1.51% | 2.12% | 2.08% | 2.18% | 2.03% | 2.03% | 2.28% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.16% | 1.12% | 1.27% | 1.44% | 1.66% | 1.21% | 1.42% | 1.78% | 2.04% | 1.71% | 1.92% | 1.98% |
QUAL iShares MSCI USA Quality Factor ETF | 0.98% | 0.94% | 1.02% | 1.23% | 1.59% | 1.20% | 1.39% | 1.60% | 2.00% | 1.76% | 1.96% | 1.63% |
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 factor. 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 factor was 36.90%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 161 trading sessions.
The current factor drawdown is 4.64%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -36.9% | Feb 18, 2020 | 25 | Mar 23, 2020 | 161 | Nov 9, 2020 | 186 |
| -23.7% | Jan 5, 2022 | 186 | Sep 30, 2022 | 330 | Jan 25, 2024 | 516 |
| -19.79% | Sep 21, 2018 | 65 | Dec 24, 2018 | 122 | Jun 20, 2019 | 187 |
| -17.1% | Feb 20, 2025 | 34 | Apr 8, 2025 | 55 | Jun 27, 2025 | 89 |
| -12.6% | Dec 2, 2015 | 49 | Feb 11, 2016 | 45 | Apr 18, 2016 | 94 |
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 5.71, 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 | SPLV | MTUM | VBR | VLUE | QUAL | VTI | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.69 | 0.86 | 0.81 | 0.84 | 0.97 | 0.99 | 0.96 |
| SPLV | 0.69 | 1.00 | 0.61 | 0.63 | 0.62 | 0.69 | 0.68 | 0.74 |
| MTUM | 0.86 | 0.61 | 1.00 | 0.67 | 0.68 | 0.84 | 0.86 | 0.87 |
| VBR | 0.81 | 0.63 | 0.67 | 1.00 | 0.88 | 0.79 | 0.85 | 0.90 |
| VLUE | 0.84 | 0.62 | 0.68 | 0.88 | 1.00 | 0.82 | 0.85 | 0.91 |
| QUAL | 0.97 | 0.69 | 0.84 | 0.79 | 0.82 | 1.00 | 0.96 | 0.95 |
| VTI | 0.99 | 0.68 | 0.86 | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.96 | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| Portfolio | 0.96 | 0.74 | 0.87 | 0.90 | 0.91 | 0.95 | 0.97 | 1.00 |