Asset Allocation
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in May 15, 2025 Simple Broad, 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 Mar 2, 2016, corresponding to the inception date of VYMI
Returns By Period
As of Apr 2, 2026, the May 15, 2025 Simple Broad returned -2.55% Year-To-Date and 14.78% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.72% | -3.54% | -3.95% | -2.09% | 15.95% | 16.96% | 10.34% | 12.24% |
Portfolio May 15, 2025 Simple Broad | 1.19% | -1.93% | -2.55% | -1.49% | 19.99% | 19.74% | 11.12% | 14.78% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 0.76% | -4.38% | -3.29% | -1.26% | 18.60% | 18.14% | 10.63% | 13.69% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 0.79% | -4.29% | -3.66% | -1.41% | 18.17% | 18.58% | 11.93% | 14.14% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 1.24% | -3.79% | -4.76% | -2.89% | 24.21% | 22.83% | 13.16% | 18.99% |
MTUM iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | 2.19% | -3.25% | -1.94% | -3.82% | 21.46% | 21.93% | 9.69% | 14.08% |
VYMI Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF | 0.82% | -3.79% | 6.37% | 13.78% | 33.76% | 20.74% | 12.62% | 10.30% |
FNDE Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Large Company Index ETF | -0.31% | -4.39% | 5.77% | 8.85% | 28.73% | 18.86% | 9.45% | 10.20% |
STIP iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF | -0.09% | 0.08% | 0.93% | 1.17% | 3.87% | 4.66% | 3.47% | 3.10% |
VGSH Vanguard Short-Term Treasury ETF | -0.02% | -0.33% | 0.25% | 1.24% | 3.68% | 3.97% | 1.79% | 1.74% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Mar 3, 2016, May 15, 2025 Simple Broad's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.25%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.6 years.
Historically, 69% of months were positive and 31% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +11.7%, while the worst month was Apr 2022 at -10.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, May 15, 2025 Simple Broad closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +9.4%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -10.5%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.71% | -0.91% | -4.44% | 1.19% | -2.55% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 3.02% | -1.19% | -5.58% | 1.47% | 7.59% | 4.79% | 1.53% | 1.45% | 4.26% | 2.29% | -0.76% | 0.01% | 19.89% |
| 2024 | 2.21% | 5.56% | 2.07% | -3.90% | 5.01% | 4.30% | -0.57% | 1.87% | 2.44% | -0.83% | 4.97% | -1.37% | 23.47% |
| 2023 | 6.09% | -1.78% | 5.04% | 1.21% | 1.91% | 5.69% | 2.97% | -1.13% | -4.18% | -1.82% | 8.81% | 4.76% | 30.25% |
| 2022 | -6.61% | -3.10% | 3.43% | -10.50% | -0.51% | -7.20% | 8.23% | -3.65% | -8.21% | 6.28% | 4.87% | -5.77% | -22.25% |
| 2021 | 0.39% | 0.61% | 1.50% | 5.18% | -0.36% | 3.38% | 1.77% | 3.33% | -4.15% | 6.61% | -0.57% | 1.48% | 20.43% |
Benchmark Metrics
May 15, 2025 Simple Broad has an annualized alpha of 2.99%, beta of 0.94, and R² of 0.94 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since March 03, 2016.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (97.80%) than losses (85.33%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.99% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 0.94 and R² of 0.94, 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
- 2.99%
- Beta
- 0.94
- R²
- 0.94
- Upside Capture
- 97.80%
- Downside Capture
- 85.33%
Expense Ratio
May 15, 2025 Simple Broad has an expense ratio of 0.13%, 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
May 15, 2025 Simple Broad ranks 49 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 | 1.14 | 0.92 | +0.23 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.72 | 1.41 | +0.31 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.25 | 1.21 | +0.04 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.97 | 1.41 | +0.55 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.45 | 6.61 | +1.84 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 59 | 0.98 | 1.52 | 1.23 | 1.54 | 7.30 |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 60 | 1.01 | 1.53 | 1.23 | 1.55 | 7.31 |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 65 | 1.07 | 1.66 | 1.24 | 2.00 | 7.32 |
MTUM iShares MSCI USA Momentum Factor ETF | 58 | 0.94 | 1.42 | 1.20 | 1.82 | 6.83 |
VYMI Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF | 92 | 2.13 | 2.82 | 1.44 | 3.09 | 12.68 |
FNDE Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Large Company Index ETF | 81 | 1.62 | 2.19 | 1.33 | 2.12 | 9.45 |
STIP iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF | 94 | 2.12 | 3.23 | 1.45 | 4.10 | 13.94 |
VGSH Vanguard Short-Term Treasury ETF | 96 | 2.57 | 4.13 | 1.55 | 4.21 | 15.93 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
May 15, 2025 Simple Broad provided a 1.25% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.25% | 1.29% | 1.35% | 1.47% | 1.67% | 1.00% | 1.07% | 1.48% | 1.52% | 1.23% | 1.36% | 1.12% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.17% | 1.12% | 1.27% | 1.44% | 1.66% | 1.21% | 1.42% | 1.78% | 2.04% | 1.71% | 1.92% | 1.98% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 1.18% | 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 | 0.48% | 0.45% | 0.56% | 0.62% | 0.80% | 0.43% | 0.55% | 0.74% | 0.91% | 0.84% | 1.06% | 0.99% |
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% |
VYMI Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF | 3.60% | 3.68% | 4.84% | 4.58% | 4.70% | 4.30% | 3.22% | 4.20% | 4.29% | 3.21% | 2.39% | 0.00% |
FNDE Schwab Fundamental Emerging Markets Large Company Index ETF | 3.96% | 4.19% | 4.82% | 4.74% | 5.59% | 4.32% | 2.50% | 3.47% | 2.98% | 2.05% | 1.65% | 2.02% |
STIP iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF | 3.43% | 4.11% | 2.62% | 2.84% | 6.04% | 4.15% | 1.40% | 2.06% | 2.44% | 1.59% | 0.89% | 0.00% |
VGSH Vanguard Short-Term Treasury ETF | 3.93% | 4.00% | 4.18% | 3.31% | 1.15% | 0.66% | 1.74% | 2.28% | 1.79% | 1.10% | 0.84% | 0.69% |
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 May 15, 2025 Simple Broad. 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 May 15, 2025 Simple Broad was 27.97%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 70 trading sessions.
The current May 15, 2025 Simple Broad drawdown is 5.39%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -27.97% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 70 | Jul 1, 2020 | 93 |
| -27.07% | Nov 9, 2021 | 235 | Oct 14, 2022 | 300 | Dec 26, 2023 | 535 |
| -18.68% | Oct 2, 2018 | 58 | Dec 24, 2018 | 81 | Apr 23, 2019 | 139 |
| -18.27% | Feb 19, 2025 | 35 | Apr 8, 2025 | 38 | Jun 3, 2025 | 73 |
| -10.15% | Jul 11, 2024 | 18 | Aug 5, 2024 | 37 | Sep 26, 2024 | 55 |
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 8 assets, with an effective number of assets of 4.03, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets suggests a highly concentrated portfolio, where a few assets dominate the allocation, potentially increasing the portfolio's risk due to lack of diversification.
Asset Correlations Table
| Benchmark | VGSH | STIP | FNDE | VYMI | MTUM | QQQ | VTI | VOO | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | -0.10 | 0.09 | 0.64 | 0.73 | 0.85 | 0.91 | 0.99 | 1.00 | 0.95 |
| VGSH | -0.10 | 1.00 | 0.60 | -0.06 | -0.04 | -0.09 | -0.08 | -0.10 | -0.10 | -0.08 |
| STIP | 0.09 | 0.60 | 1.00 | 0.13 | 0.15 | 0.07 | 0.06 | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.09 |
| FNDE | 0.64 | -0.06 | 0.13 | 1.00 | 0.84 | 0.54 | 0.58 | 0.65 | 0.64 | 0.63 |
| VYMI | 0.73 | -0.04 | 0.15 | 0.84 | 1.00 | 0.60 | 0.60 | 0.74 | 0.73 | 0.68 |
| MTUM | 0.85 | -0.09 | 0.07 | 0.54 | 0.60 | 1.00 | 0.84 | 0.85 | 0.85 | 0.92 |
| QQQ | 0.91 | -0.08 | 0.06 | 0.58 | 0.60 | 0.84 | 1.00 | 0.90 | 0.91 | 0.97 |
| VTI | 0.99 | -0.10 | 0.09 | 0.65 | 0.74 | 0.85 | 0.90 | 1.00 | 0.99 | 0.95 |
| VOO | 1.00 | -0.10 | 0.09 | 0.64 | 0.73 | 0.85 | 0.91 | 0.99 | 1.00 | 0.95 |
| Portfolio | 0.95 | -0.08 | 0.09 | 0.63 | 0.68 | 0.92 | 0.97 | 0.95 | 0.95 | 1.00 |