Basic Portfolio for Analysis

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Basic Portfolio for Analysis, 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 never rebalanced.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 1, 2020, Basic Portfolio for Analysis's average daily return is +0.12%, while the average monthly return is +2.45%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 2.4 years.

Historically, 57% of months were positive and 43% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +27.9%, while the worst month was Apr 2022 at -14.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.

On a daily basis, Basic Portfolio for Analysis closed higher 53% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +16.8%, while the worst single day was Mar 10, 2025 at -8.6%.

Basic Portfolio for Analysis has an annualized alpha of 9.12%, beta of 1.45, and R² of 0.60 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 01, 2020.

• This portfolio captured 151.25% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 97.04% of its losses — a favorable profile for investors.
• This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 9.12% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.

Basic Portfolio for Analysis has an expense ratio of 0.08%, 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.

Basic Portfolio for Analysis ranks 5 for risk / return — in the bottom 5% 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.

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.

Basic Portfolio for Analysis Sharpe ratios as of Apr 15, 2026 (values are recalculated daily):

• 1-Year: 0.38
• 5-Year: 0.67
• All Time: 0.90

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 2.14 to 2.98, 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 Basic Portfolio for Analysis compared to the selected benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.

Basic Portfolio for Analysis provided a 1.78% dividend yield over the last twelve months.

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.

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Basic Portfolio for Analysis. 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 Basic Portfolio for Analysis was 41.01%, occurring on Dec 28, 2022. Recovery took 277 trading sessions.

The current Basic Portfolio for Analysis drawdown is 21.55%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.