Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
SLV iShares Silver Trust | Silver, Precious Metals | 25% |
SIL Global X Silver Miners ETF | Silver, Precious Metals | 25% |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | Materials | 25% |
REMX VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF | Rare Earth & Strategic Metals | 25% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Howard Jones Jr, 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 20, 2026, the Howard Jones Jr returned 8.53% Year-To-Date and 15.16% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.00% | -0.71% | 8.39% | 8.57% | 24.33% | 18.94% | 12.24% | 13.54% |
Portfolio Howard Jones Jr | -1.48% | -4.71% | 8.53% | 11.28% | 99.24% | 32.46% | 18.29% | 15.16% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
REMX VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF | -0.51% | -0.16% | 29.26% | 34.05% | 151.15% | 4.85% | 6.25% | 10.03% |
SIL Global X Silver Miners ETF | -2.58% | -6.32% | 0.25% | -0.12% | 78.20% | 47.75% | 15.51% | 9.54% |
SLV iShares Silver Trust | -1.81% | -14.31% | -7.62% | -2.33% | 81.88% | 38.96% | 20.04% | 13.58% |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | -1.16% | 1.42% | 13.01% | 11.47% | 79.35% | 33.92% | 24.29% | 18.50% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 28, 2010, Howard Jones Jr's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.75%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 7.7 years.
Historically, 49% of months were positive and 51% were negative. The best month was Jul 2020 with a return of +22.4%, while the worst month was Sep 2011 at -26.8%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.
On a daily basis, Howard Jones Jr closed higher 52% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +11.8%, while the worst single day was Jan 30, 2026 at -15.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15.09% | 13.69% | -16.33% | 6.30% | 1.84% | -8.43% | 8.53% | ||||||
| 2025 | 6.44% | -1.05% | 4.83% | -1.20% | 2.74% | 11.03% | 7.45% | 18.23% | 13.83% | 1.87% | 9.72% | 11.25% | 123.74% |
| 2024 | -10.46% | -0.50% | 8.23% | 3.68% | 9.96% | -9.71% | 3.82% | -3.96% | 9.22% | 3.93% | -1.55% | -11.77% | -2.42% |
| 2023 | 11.61% | -9.01% | 4.30% | -2.10% | -6.48% | 2.95% | 4.90% | -5.54% | -6.00% | -3.98% | 9.21% | 3.30% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | -7.42% | 11.88% | 8.14% | -11.38% | -2.98% | -13.51% | 4.98% | -3.96% | -5.38% | 5.24% | 13.00% | -4.54% | -9.80% |
| 2021 | 1.86% | 4.69% | -2.85% | 4.50% | 11.01% | -6.15% | 7.25% | -0.17% | -9.92% | 9.35% | -2.15% | 1.10% | 17.67% |
Benchmark Metrics
Howard Jones Jr has an annualized alpha of -2.72%, beta of 0.89, and R2 of 0.29 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 28, 2010.
- This portfolio participated in 118.26% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 83.89% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.29 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
- -2.72%
- Beta
- 0.89
- R²
- 0.29
- Upside Capture
- 83.89%
- Downside Capture
- 118.26%
Expense Ratio
Howard Jones Jr has an expense ratio of 0.52%, placing it in the medium range. 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
Howard Jones Jr ranks 42 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
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Howard Jones Jr and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.20 | 1.94 | +0.26 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.41 | 2.65 | -0.23 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.36 | 1.35 | +0.01 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.32 | 2.66 | +0.66 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.24 | 11.86 | -3.63 |
How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.
| Position | Risk / Return Rank | Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Martin ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REMX VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF | 81 | 2.87 | 3.16 | 1.39 | 6.12 | 16.29 |
SIL Global X Silver Miners ETF | 39 | 1.44 | 1.85 | 1.25 | 2.03 | 5.24 |
SLV iShares Silver Trust | 35 | 1.32 | 1.67 | 1.27 | 1.75 | 3.68 |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | 60 | 2.12 | 2.62 | 1.34 | 3.39 | 8.36 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Howard Jones Jr provided a 0.72% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 0.72% | 0.83% | 1.40% | 0.40% | 0.92% | 1.89% | 0.93% | 1.40% | 3.97% | 1.01% | 1.65% | 1.94% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
REMX VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF | 1.36% | 1.76% | 2.56% | 0.00% | 1.56% | 5.25% | 0.81% | 1.64% | 12.43% | 2.89% | 2.23% | 4.77% |
SIL Global X Silver Miners ETF | 1.18% | 1.18% | 2.40% | 0.59% | 0.48% | 1.59% | 1.92% | 1.53% | 1.21% | 0.02% | 3.34% | 0.38% |
SLV iShares Silver 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% |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | 0.33% | 0.38% | 0.65% | 1.00% | 1.64% | 0.70% | 0.99% | 2.43% | 2.23% | 1.15% | 1.02% | 2.61% |
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 Howard Jones Jr. 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 Howard Jones Jr was 80.71%, occurring on Jan 19, 2016. Recovery took 2436 trading sessions.
The current Howard Jones Jr drawdown is 21.89%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2016 bear market2016 | -80.71%Jan 2016 | 4y 8mo | 9y 8mo | 14y 5moApr 2011 - Sep 2025 |
2026 bear market2026 | -28.78%Mar 2026 | 1mo 20d | — | 4mo 24dJan 2026 - now |
2025 correction2025 | -16.55%Nov 2025 | 19d | 1mo 5d | 1mo 24dOct 2025 - Dec 2025 |
2011 correction2011 | -12.73%Jan 2011 | 21d | 1mo 1d | 1mo 22dJan 2011 - Feb 2011 |
2011 pullback2011 | -9.09%Mar 2011 | 9d | 7d | 16dMar 2011 - Mar 2011 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Diversification
Diversification Metrics
Number of Effective Assets
The portfolio contains 4 assets, with an effective number of assets of 4.00, 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 | 1.15 | 1.18 | 1.19 | 1.24 | 1.23 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.23, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
Howard Jones Jr correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.49 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.46 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.50 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.49 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Oct 28, 2010 | 0.49 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. XME has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.61, while SLV has the lowest at 0.19.
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