Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | Large Cap Blend Equities | 40% |
VEU Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF | Foreign Large Cap Equities | 20% |
MINT PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF | Ultrashort Bond | 10% |
IAUM iShares Gold Trust Micro | Gold, Precious Metals | 10% |
SIVR abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF | Silver, Precious Metals | 10% |
QTUM Defiance Quantum ETF | Technology Equities | 5% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | Technology | 5% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in IRA Balance Portfolio, 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
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.30% | 0.09% | 8.18% | 8.17% | 23.42% | 19.88% | 11.91% | 13.45% |
Portfolio IRA Balance Portfolio | 0.48% | -1.96% | 7.53% | 11.16% | 31.95% | 23.50% | — | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
IAUM iShares Gold Trust Micro | 0.21% | -8.41% | 0.28% | 3.16% | 30.56% | 30.12% | — | — |
MINT PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF | 0.01% | 0.35% | 1.86% | 2.21% | 4.65% | 5.38% | 3.48% | 2.71% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | -1.18% | -0.60% | -14.48% | -15.77% | -11.77% | 8.85% | 11.09% | 24.64% |
QTUM Defiance Quantum ETF | 3.25% | 8.85% | 44.14% | 39.20% | 80.80% | 48.48% | 27.81% | — |
SIVR abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF | 0.02% | -15.70% | -4.36% | 16.92% | 88.66% | 40.57% | 19.25% | 14.30% |
VEU Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF | 0.90% | -1.72% | 11.45% | 13.84% | 27.37% | 18.27% | 8.16% | 9.86% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 0.30% | 0.44% | 9.05% | 8.94% | 24.96% | 21.05% | 12.25% | 14.84% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 30, 2021, IRA Balance Portfolio's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.11%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.2 years.
Historically, 62% of months were positive and 38% were negative. The best month was Nov 2022 with a return of +8.3%, while the worst month was Mar 2026 at -7.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, IRA Balance Portfolio closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +7.2%, while the worst single day was Jan 30, 2026 at -5.8%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4.45% | 2.80% | -7.69% | 7.13% | 4.71% | -3.27% | 7.53% | ||||||
| 2025 | 3.45% | -0.56% | -0.70% | 0.67% | 5.09% | 4.70% | 1.26% | 3.05% | 5.75% | 2.52% | 1.86% | 4.05% | 35.63% |
| 2024 | -0.04% | 3.47% | 4.03% | -1.97% | 5.20% | 1.06% | 1.40% | 1.65% | 2.85% | -0.53% | 2.56% | -1.57% | 19.38% |
| 2023 | 5.84% | -3.44% | 4.91% | 1.38% | -0.36% | 3.62% | 3.53% | -2.18% | -4.42% | -0.59% | 7.93% | 2.99% | 20.04% |
| 2022 | -4.27% | -0.27% | 1.48% | -7.02% | -0.61% | -6.45% | 5.12% | -4.40% | -6.76% | 3.92% | 8.30% | -2.29% | -13.69% |
| 2021 | 0.00% | 0.64% | 1.35% | -3.88% | 5.30% | -1.83% | 2.98% | 4.36% |
Benchmark Metrics
IRA Balance Portfolio has an annualized alpha of 4.59%, beta of 0.75, and R2 of 0.78 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 30, 2021.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (81.96%) than losses (70.94%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 4.59% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 4.59%
- Beta
- 0.75
- R²
- 0.78
- Upside Capture
- 81.96%
- Downside Capture
- 70.94%
Expense Ratio
IRA Balance Portfolio has an expense ratio of 0.12%, 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
IRA Balance Portfolio ranks 30 for risk / return — below 30% 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
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for IRA Balance Portfolio and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.06 | 1.94 | +0.13 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.53 | 2.63 | -0.09 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.39 | 1.35 | +0.04 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.31 | 2.59 | -0.28 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 7.93 | 11.84 | -3.91 |
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.
| Position | Risk / Return Rank | Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Martin ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IAUM iShares Gold Trust Micro | 34 | 1.16 | 1.54 | 1.23 | 1.53 | 3.84 |
MINT PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF | 100 | 17.14 | 65.25 | 20.44 | 93.88 | 935.03 |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 24 | -0.47 | -0.49 | 0.94 | -0.35 | -0.73 |
QTUM Defiance Quantum ETF | 89 | 2.94 | 3.42 | 1.47 | 5.32 | 19.76 |
SIVR abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF | 44 | 1.50 | 1.80 | 1.30 | 2.10 | 4.42 |
VEU Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF | 56 | 1.74 | 2.39 | 1.32 | 2.41 | 9.28 |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 68 | 2.02 | 2.73 | 1.36 | 2.81 | 12.85 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
IRA Balance Portfolio provided a 1.46% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.46% | 1.61% | 1.74% | 1.81% | 1.61% | 1.20% | 1.15% | 1.69% | 1.80% | 1.47% | 1.61% | 1.59% |
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IAUM iShares Gold Trust Micro | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
MINT PIMCO Enhanced Short Maturity Active ETF | 4.28% | 4.63% | 5.22% | 4.91% | 1.90% | 0.44% | 1.15% | 2.65% | 2.32% | 1.61% | 1.35% | 0.88% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 0.86% | 0.70% | 0.73% | 0.74% | 1.06% | 0.68% | 0.94% | 1.20% | 1.69% | 1.86% | 2.37% | 2.33% |
QTUM Defiance Quantum ETF | 0.74% | 1.01% | 0.61% | 0.81% | 1.46% | 0.48% | 0.42% | 0.61% | 0.21% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
SIVR abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
VEU Vanguard FTSE All-World ex-US ETF | 2.68% | 3.09% | 3.24% | 3.32% | 3.12% | 3.08% | 2.00% | 3.10% | 3.27% | 2.66% | 2.96% | 2.95% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.03% | 1.12% | 1.27% | 1.44% | 1.66% | 1.21% | 1.42% | 1.78% | 2.04% | 1.71% | 1.92% | 1.98% |
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 IRA Balance Portfolio. 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 IRA Balance Portfolio was 23.45%, occurring on Oct 14, 2022. Recovery took 292 trading sessions.
The current IRA Balance Portfolio drawdown is 4.28%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -23.45%Oct 2022 | 11mo 3d | 1y 2mo | 2y 28dNov 2021 - Dec 2023 |
2026 correction2026 | -13.90%Mar 2026 | 2mo | 2mo 3d | 4mo 3dJan 2026 - Jun 2026 |
2025 selloff2025 | -12.62%Apr 2025 | 1mo 18d | 1mo 4d | 2mo 22dFeb 2025 - May 2025 |
2024 pullback2024 | -7.96%Aug 2024 | 19d | 1mo 15d | 2mo 4dJul 2024 - Sep 2024 |
2021 pullback2021 | -4.85%Sep 2021 | 23d | 25d | 1mo 18dSep 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 7 assets, with an effective number of assets of 4.26, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your allocation shows noticeable concentration: a few holdings carry significantly more weight than the rest. Rebalancing toward more even weights — or adding less correlated assets — could reduce risk.
Diversification Ratio
1Y | 3Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.31 | 1.31 | 1.28 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.28, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
IRA Balance Portfolio correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.79 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.83 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 30, 2021 | 0.87 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VTI has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.99, while IAUM has the lowest at 0.12.
Asset Correlations Table
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