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#VFV Only
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Diversification

Asset Allocation


VFV.TO 100.00%EquityEquity
PositionCategory/SectorTarget Weight
VFV.TO
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF
S&P 500
100%

S&P 500 Index

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of CA$10,000 in #VFV Only, 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 9, 2026, the #VFV Only returned 10.42% Year-To-Date and 16.02% of annualized return in the last 10 years.


Position1D1MYTD6M1Y3Y*5Y*10Y*
Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
0.57%2.17%10.16%9.03%25.93%21.59%15.11%14.49%
Portfolio
#VFV Only
0.33%2.27%10.42%9.43%26.89%22.95%16.42%16.02%
VFV.TO
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF
0.33%2.27%10.42%9.43%26.89%22.95%16.42%16.02%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Nov 8, 2012, #VFV Only's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.41%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.1 years.

Historically, 69% of months were positive and 31% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +11.8%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -8.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.

On a daily basis, #VFV Only closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +9.1%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -10.7%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20260.61%-0.61%-3.12%7.96%6.79%-1.14%10.42%
20253.86%-1.78%-6.26%-4.82%5.74%4.37%4.03%0.99%5.02%3.21%-0.12%-1.80%12.18%
20243.04%6.35%2.94%-2.43%3.88%3.92%2.14%-0.08%2.38%2.07%6.71%0.02%35.23%
20234.33%0.11%2.60%1.79%0.72%3.87%2.78%0.84%-4.37%-0.07%6.81%2.06%23.23%
2022-4.68%-3.33%2.33%-6.37%-1.22%-6.60%8.32%-1.45%-4.49%6.52%4.14%-5.12%-12.58%
2021-0.55%2.38%3.02%2.88%-1.14%5.17%2.99%4.16%-4.32%4.56%2.54%3.29%27.51%

Benchmark Metrics

#VFV Only has an annualized alpha of 5.16%, beta of 0.72, and R2 of 0.69 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since November 08, 2012.

  • This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (99.66%) than losses (91.89%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
  • This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 5.16% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.

Alpha
5.16%
Beta
0.72
0.69
Upside Capture
99.66%
Downside Capture
91.89%

Expense Ratio

#VFV Only has an expense ratio of 0.09%, 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

#VFV Only ranks 63 for risk / return — better than 63% of Portfolios on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.


#VFV Only Risk / Return Rank: 6363
Overall Rank
#VFV Only Sharpe Ratio Rank: 6767
Sharpe Ratio Rank
#VFV Only Sortino Ratio Rank: 6666
Sortino Ratio Rank
#VFV Only Omega Ratio Rank: 7171
Omega Ratio Rank
#VFV Only Calmar Ratio Rank: 6060
Calmar Ratio Rank
#VFV Only Martin Ratio Rank: 5151
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 #VFV Only and compares them with S&P 500 Index.


PortfolioBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

2.33

2.07

+0.25

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

3.13

2.85

+0.28

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

1.43

1.36

+0.07

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

3.13

2.84

+0.30

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

11.91

10.60

+1.30


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
VFV.TO
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF
762.333.131.433.1311.91

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.

#VFV Only Sharpe ratios as of Jun 9, 2026 (values are recalculated daily):

  • 1-Year: 2.33
  • 5-Year: 1.11
  • 10-Year: 0.97
  • 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 1.59 to 2.46, this portfolio's current Sharpe ratio falls between the 25th and 75th percentiles. This indicates that its risk-adjusted performance is in line with the majority of portfolios, suggesting a balanced approach to risk and return—likely suitable for a wide range of investors.

The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of #VFV Only 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

#VFV Only provided a 0.85% dividend yield over the last twelve months.


PositionTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Portfolio0.85%0.92%0.99%1.20%1.31%1.06%1.33%1.55%1.69%1.51%1.65%1.63%
VFV.TO
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF
0.85%0.92%0.99%1.20%1.31%1.06%1.33%1.55%1.69%1.51%1.65%1.63%

Monthly Dividends

The table below shows the monthly dividends paid by this portfolio.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.42CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.42
2025CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.40CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.37CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.37CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.39CA$1.53
2024CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.35CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.38CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.36CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.40CA$1.48
2023CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.33CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.32CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.32CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.37CA$1.34
2022CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.24CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.28CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.32CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.37CA$1.21
2021CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.27CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.26CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.27CA$0.00CA$0.00CA$0.34CA$1.13

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 #VFV Only. 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 #VFV Only was 27.43%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 94 trading sessions.

The current #VFV Only drawdown is 2.03%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

COVID crash2020
-27.43%Mar 2020
1mo 2d4mo 16d
5mo 18dFeb 2020 - Aug 2020
Bear market2022
-22.19%Jun 2022
5mo 18d1y 1mo
1y 6moDec 2021 - Jul 2023
2025 selloff2025
-19.05%Apr 2025
2mo 7d3mo 18d
5mo 25dJan 2025 - Jul 2025
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018
-15.80%Dec 2018
3mo 20d2mo 27d
6mo 17dSep 2018 - Mar 2019
2016 correction2016
-11.05%Feb 2016
1mo 13d5mo 12d
6mo 25dDec 2015 - Jul 2016

Volatility

Volatility Chart

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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.

#VFV Only correlation to the S&P 500 Index

#VFV Only has a 0.82 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

0.82

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

0.80

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

0.81

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

0.77

Correlation (All Time)
Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 8, 2012

0.74


Benchmark Correlations

Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index

VFV.TO
0.74

Portfolio Correlations

Correlation vs. #VFV Only

VFV.TO
1.00
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