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BTC ( BITCOIN )
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Diversification

Asset Allocation


BTC-USD 100.00%CryptocurrencyCryptocurrency
PositionCategory/SectorTarget Weight
BTC-USD
Bitcoin
100%

S&P 500 Index

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in BTC ( BITCOIN ), 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 6, 2026, the BTC ( BITCOIN ) returned -27.31% Year-To-Date and 60.03% of annualized return in the last 10 years.


Position1D1MYTD6M1Y3Y*5Y*10Y*
Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
-2.64%-0.21%7.86%7.47%23.05%19.90%11.79%13.33%
Portfolio
BTC ( BITCOIN )
4.53%-20.68%-27.31%-29.64%-39.78%33.88%13.75%60.03%
BTC-USD
Bitcoin
4.53%-20.68%-27.31%-29.64%-39.78%33.88%13.75%60.03%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 23, 2012, BTC ( BITCOIN )'s average daily return is +0.25%, while the average monthly return is +9.60%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 0.6 years.

Historically, 55% of months were positive and 45% were negative. The best month was Nov 2013 with a return of +471.0%, while the worst month was Dec 2013 at -38.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, BTC ( BITCOIN ) closed higher 52% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 18, 2013 with a return of +48.7%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -38.8%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026-10.11%-14.85%1.87%11.85%-3.58%-13.55%-27.31%
20259.70%-17.69%-2.09%14.11%11.11%2.42%8.01%-6.49%5.38%-3.96%-17.51%-3.18%-6.27%
20240.61%43.79%16.53%-14.96%11.30%-7.12%3.10%-8.73%7.35%10.89%37.42%-3.23%120.76%
202339.92%0.07%23.02%2.71%-6.92%11.92%-4.06%-11.28%3.97%28.54%8.88%12.07%155.82%
2022-16.70%12.21%5.41%-17.32%-15.57%-37.12%16.62%-13.98%-3.10%5.48%-16.22%-3.71%-64.23%
202114.31%36.50%30.00%-1.70%-35.50%-5.95%18.35%13.54%-6.98%39.98%-7.10%-18.91%59.40%

Benchmark Metrics

BTC ( BITCOIN ) has an annualized alpha of 87.67%, beta of 0.71, and R2 of 0.03 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 23, 2012.

  • This portfolio captured 323.55% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 99.28% of its losses - a favorable profile for investors.
  • R2 of 0.03 means this portfolio moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
87.67%
Beta
0.71
0.03
Upside Capture
323.55%
Downside Capture
99.28%

Expense Ratio

BTC ( BITCOIN ) has an expense ratio of 0.00%, meaning no management fees are charged. Below, you can find the expense ratios of the portfolio's funds side by side and easily compare their relative costs.


The portfolio doesn't include any funds that charge management fees.

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

BTC ( BITCOIN ) ranks 0 for risk / return — in the bottom 0% of Portfolios on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.


BTC ( BITCOIN ) Risk / Return Rank: 00
Overall Rank
BTC ( BITCOIN ) Sharpe Ratio Rank: 00
Sharpe Ratio Rank
BTC ( BITCOIN ) Sortino Ratio Rank: 00
Sortino Ratio Rank
BTC ( BITCOIN ) Omega Ratio Rank: 11
Omega Ratio Rank
BTC ( BITCOIN ) Calmar Ratio Rank: 00
Calmar Ratio Rank
BTC ( BITCOIN ) Martin Ratio Rank: 00
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for BTC ( BITCOIN ) and compares them with S&P 500 Index.


PortfolioBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

-0.93

2.01

-2.93

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

-1.30

2.71

-4.01

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

0.87

1.36

-0.50

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

-0.78

2.69

-3.46

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

-1.39

12.34

-13.73


How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.

PositionRisk / Return RankSharpe ratioSortino ratioOmega ratioCalmar ratioMartin ratio
BTC-USD
Bitcoin
33-0.93-1.300.87-0.78-1.39

Sharpe Ratio

The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.

BTC ( BITCOIN ) Sharpe ratios as of Jun 6, 2026 (values are recalculated daily):

  • 1-Year: -0.93
  • 5-Year: 0.25
  • 10-Year: 0.88
  • All Time: 1.13

These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns (including price changes and dividends).

Compared to the broad market, where average Sharpe ratios range from 1.65 to 2.53, this portfolio's current Sharpe ratio places it in the bottom 25%. This suggests weaker risk-adjusted returns than most portfolios, possibly due to lower returns, higher volatility, or both. It may be worth reviewing the allocation. You can use the Portfolio Optimization tool to explore options for improving the Sharpe ratio.

The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of BTC ( BITCOIN ) compared to the selected benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.


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Dividends

Dividend yield


BTC ( BITCOIN ) doesn't pay dividends

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 BTC ( BITCOIN ). 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 BTC ( BITCOIN ) was 85.30%, occurring on Jan 14, 2015. Recovery took 778 trading sessions.

The current BTC ( BITCOIN ) drawdown is 50.87%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

2015 bear market2015
-85.30%Jan 2015
1y 1mo2y 1mo
3y 2moDec 2013 - Mar 2017
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018
-83.80%Dec 2018
12mo 3d1y 11mo
2y 11moDec 2017 - Nov 2020
Bear market2022
-76.67%Nov 2022
1y 12d1y 3mo
2y 3moNov 2021 - Mar 2024
2013 bear market2013
-70.28%Apr 2013
6d6mo 22d
6mo 28dApr 2013 - Nov 2013
2021 bear market2021
-53.14%Jul 2021
3mo 7d3mo 1d
6mo 8dApr 2021 - Oct 2021

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 1 assets, with an effective number of assets of 1.00, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your capital is spread almost evenly across your holdings, indicating a well-balanced allocation. Note that true diversification also depends on the correlations between assets — check the diversification ratio below.


Diversification Ratio
1Y
3Y
5Y
10Y
All Time
Diversification Ratio

1.00

1.00

1.00

1.00

1.00

The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.00, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.

BTC ( BITCOIN ) correlation to the S&P 500 Index

BTC ( BITCOIN ) has a 0.47 correlation to S&P 500 Index over the trailing 12 months. This section compares each holding's correlation to the benchmark and to the portfolio.

Correlation
Correlation (1Y)
Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

0.47

Correlation (3Y)
Calculated over the trailing 3-year period

0.32

Correlation (5Y)
Calculated over the trailing 5-year period

0.37

Correlation (10Y)
Calculated over the trailing 10-year period

0.22

Correlation (All Time)
Calculated using the full available price history since Sep 23, 2012

0.16


Benchmark Correlations

Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index

Portfolio Correlations

Correlation vs. BTC ( BITCOIN )

Diversification Analysis

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