Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
AMZN Amazon.com, Inc | Consumer Cyclical | 100% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Amazon, 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 12, 2026, the Amazon returned 3.35% Year-To-Date and 20.83% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.50% | -0.17% | 8.56% | 8.85% | 22.93% | 19.37% | 11.84% | 13.61% |
Portfolio Amazon | -1.23% | -11.69% | 3.35% | 5.46% | 11.87% | 23.49% | 7.35% | 20.83% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
AMZN Amazon.com, Inc | -1.23% | -11.69% | 3.35% | 5.46% | 11.87% | 23.49% | 7.35% | 20.83% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 15, 1997, Amazon's average daily return is +0.16%, while the average monthly return is +3.34%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 1.8 years.
Historically, 59% of months were positive and 41% were negative. The best month was Jun 1998 with a return of +126.4%, while the worst month was Feb 2001 at -41.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.
On a daily basis, Amazon closed higher 51% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 26, 2001 with a return of +34.5%, while the worst single day was Jul 24, 2001 at -24.8%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.67% | -12.24% | -0.82% | 27.27% | 2.11% | -11.86% | 3.35% | ||||||
| 2025 | 8.34% | -10.69% | -10.37% | -3.07% | 11.16% | 7.01% | 6.71% | -2.18% | -4.12% | 11.23% | -4.50% | -1.03% | 5.21% |
| 2024 | 2.15% | 13.89% | 2.05% | -2.98% | 0.82% | 9.53% | -3.24% | -4.54% | 4.39% | 0.04% | 11.53% | 5.53% | 44.39% |
| 2023 | 22.77% | -8.63% | 9.61% | 2.09% | 14.35% | 8.11% | 2.55% | 3.24% | -7.89% | 4.70% | 9.77% | 4.00% | 80.88% |
| 2022 | -10.28% | 2.67% | 6.14% | -23.75% | -3.28% | -11.65% | 27.06% | -6.06% | -10.86% | -9.35% | -5.76% | -12.99% | -49.62% |
| 2021 | -1.56% | -3.53% | 0.04% | 12.07% | -7.05% | 6.74% | -3.27% | 4.30% | -5.35% | 2.66% | 3.99% | -4.93% | 2.38% |
Benchmark Metrics
Amazon has an annualized alpha of 33.01%, beta of 1.32, and R2 of 0.22 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since May 15, 1997.
- This portfolio captured 225.76% of S&P 500 Index gains and 113.52% of its losses - amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
- R2 of 0.22 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
- 33.01%
- Beta
- 1.32
- R²
- 0.22
- Upside Capture
- 225.76%
- Downside Capture
- 113.52%
Expense Ratio
Amazon has an expense ratio of 0.00%, meaning no management fees are charged. 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
Amazon ranks 9 for risk / return — in the bottom 9% 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.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Amazon 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 | 0.40 | 1.86 | -1.47 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 0.76 | 2.53 | -1.77 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.09 | 1.34 | -0.24 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.55 | 2.53 | -1.98 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 1.29 | 11.37 | -10.08 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AMZN Amazon.com, Inc | 54 | 0.40 | 0.76 | 1.09 | 0.55 | 1.29 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
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 Amazon. 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 Amazon was 94.40%, occurring on Sep 28, 2001. Recovery took 2032 trading sessions.
The current Amazon drawdown is 12.17%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dot-com crash2000–2002 | -94.40%Sep 2001 | 1y 9mo | 8y 27d | 9y 10moDec 1999 - Oct 2009 |
1999 bear market1999 | -59.31%Aug 1999 | 3mo 15d | 4mo 3d | 7mo 18dApr 1999 - Dec 1999 |
Bear market2022 | -56.15%Dec 2022 | 1y 5mo | 1y 3mo | 2y 9moJul 2021 - Apr 2024 |
1999 bear market1999 | -51.52%Feb 1999 | 1mo 7d | 1mo 16d | 2mo 23dJan 1999 - Apr 1999 |
1998 bear market1998 | -47.67%Sep 1998 | 2mo 10d | 2mo 3d | 4mo 13dJul 1998 - Nov 1998 |
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 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.
Amazon correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.60 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.65 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.69 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.65 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 15, 1997 | 0.54 |
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