Asset Allocation
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Vanguard, 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 | 6M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | ALL TIME* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.05% | 0.73% | 7.18% | 8.28% | 16.48% | 17.51% | 10.93% | 13.07% | 8.07% |
Portfolio Vanguard | 0.18% | 0.49% | 4.34% | 5.57% | 11.28% | 11.28% | 6.60% | — | 7.07% |
| Portfolio components: | |||||||||
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | 0.19% | -1.22% | 0.02% | 0.29% | 1.68% | 3.84% | -0.02% | 1.48% | 2.26% |
VDIGX Vanguard Dividend Growth Fund | -0.16% | 1.72% | 2.87% | 3.62% | 8.06% | 12.56% | 9.20% | 12.02% | 9.31% |
VFH Vanguard Financials ETF | 0.89% | 4.81% | 6.86% | 4.23% | 8.41% | 19.29% | 11.34% | 13.21% | 6.90% |
VOE Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF | 1.15% | 3.79% | 12.00% | 16.62% | 23.35% | 15.00% | 10.35% | 10.69% | 9.57% |
VONV Vanguard Russell 1000 Value ETF | 0.82% | 2.97% | 14.47% | 18.91% | 27.29% | 17.35% | 11.58% | 11.38% | 12.01% |
VTIAX Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares | -0.88% | -0.71% | 5.86% | 11.52% | 21.97% | 16.87% | 8.48% | 9.40% | 6.89% |
VUSB Vanguard Ultra-Short Bond ETF | 0.03% | 0.25% | 1.60% | 1.82% | 4.23% | 5.26% | 3.51% | — | 3.36% |
VWELX Vanguard Wellington Fund Investor Shares | -0.96% | -0.52% | 4.05% | 4.60% | 12.61% | 13.51% | 7.67% | 9.68% | 9.37% |
VWINX Vanguard Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares | -0.35% | -0.27% | 1.91% | 3.19% | 7.91% | 7.76% | 3.84% | 5.51% | 7.49% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Apr 7, 2021, Vanguard's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is +0.60%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 9.7 years.
Historically, 67% of months were positive and 33% were negative. The best month was Nov 2023 with a return of +6.0%, while the worst month was Sep 2022 at -6.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, Vanguard closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +4.1%, while the worst single day was Apr 4, 2025 at -3.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.45% | 1.22% | -3.72% | 4.61% | 1.70% | 0.44% | -0.06% | 5.57% | |||||
| 2025 | 2.28% | 0.70% | -1.80% | -0.48% | 2.64% | 2.72% | 0.46% | 2.04% | 1.39% | 0.63% | 1.46% | 0.36% | 13.02% |
| 2024 | 0.07% | 1.70% | 2.56% | -2.56% | 2.56% | 0.45% | 2.84% | 2.21% | 1.32% | -1.34% | 3.47% | -2.23% | 11.35% |
| 2023 | 3.66% | -2.78% | 0.91% | 1.42% | -2.12% | 3.30% | 2.04% | -1.68% | -2.92% | -1.56% | 6.02% | 4.04% | 10.26% |
| 2022 | -2.24% | -1.76% | 0.25% | -4.74% | 1.29% | -5.23% | 4.43% | -2.60% | -6.24% | 4.69% | 5.36% | -2.46% | -9.66% |
| 2021 | 1.67% | 1.37% | 0.11% | 1.33% | 1.53% | -2.46% | 3.12% | -1.57% | 3.22% | 8.47% |
Benchmark Metrics
Vanguard has an annualized alpha of 1.11%, beta of 0.48, and R2 of 0.86 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 07, 2021.
- This portfolio participated in 60.40% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 51.69% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- Beta of 0.48 indicates this portfolio moves significantly less than S&P 500 Index - a genuinely defensive profile with reduced participation in both market rallies and downturns.
- Alpha
- 1.11%
- Beta
- 0.48
- R²
- 0.86
- Upside Capture
- 51.69%
- Downside Capture
- 60.40%
Expense Ratio
Vanguard has an expense ratio of 0.17%, 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
Vanguard ranks 61 for risk / return — better than 61% 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.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Vanguard 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 | 1.69 | 1.31 | +0.38 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.43 | 1.84 | +0.60 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.31 | 1.24 | +0.07 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.12 | 1.82 | +0.30 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 9.17 | 7.79 | +1.38 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | 22 | 0.48 | 0.71 | 1.09 | 0.58 | 1.50 |
VDIGX Vanguard Dividend Growth Fund | 18 | 0.77 | 1.19 | 1.14 | 0.86 | 3.38 |
VFH Vanguard Financials ETF | 23 | 0.57 | 0.86 | 1.11 | 0.57 | 1.48 |
VOE Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF | 87 | 2.07 | 2.99 | 1.36 | 3.39 | 12.87 |
VONV Vanguard Russell 1000 Value ETF | 92 | 2.42 | 3.42 | 1.43 | 4.02 | 16.71 |
VTIAX Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares | 43 | 1.36 | 1.90 | 1.25 | 1.90 | 7.11 |
VUSB Vanguard Ultra-Short Bond ETF | 99 | 6.28 | 10.67 | 2.98 | 11.45 | 64.55 |
VWELX Vanguard Wellington Fund Investor Shares | 47 | 1.42 | 2.02 | 1.26 | 1.92 | 8.36 |
VWINX Vanguard Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares | 51 | 1.56 | 2.25 | 1.28 | 1.90 | 7.16 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Vanguard provided a 7.88% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 7.88% | 7.96% | 7.53% | 4.35% | 5.49% | 5.01% | 4.00% | 3.34% | 5.94% | 3.37% | 3.06% | 4.39% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | 4.53% | 4.39% | 4.18% | 4.42% | 1.51% | 3.74% | 1.11% | 3.40% | 3.01% | 2.23% | 1.89% | 1.63% |
VDIGX Vanguard Dividend Growth Fund | 23.69% | 21.90% | 21.94% | 2.29% | 6.06% | 5.45% | 2.83% | 4.70% | 8.72% | 5.16% | 2.86% | 5.70% |
VFH Vanguard Financials ETF | 1.69% | 1.55% | 1.75% | 2.08% | 2.31% | 1.87% | 2.21% | 2.17% | 2.30% | 1.53% | 1.63% | 2.00% |
VOE Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF | 1.82% | 2.10% | 2.11% | 2.27% | 2.27% | 1.78% | 2.36% | 2.05% | 2.75% | 1.86% | 1.92% | 2.05% |
VONV Vanguard Russell 1000 Value ETF | 1.58% | 1.82% | 1.97% | 2.10% | 2.22% | 1.67% | 2.25% | 2.30% | 2.56% | 2.18% | 2.39% | 2.38% |
VTIAX Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares | 2.58% | 3.15% | 3.33% | 3.22% | 3.04% | 3.05% | 2.10% | 3.04% | 3.16% | 2.73% | 2.93% | 2.84% |
VUSB Vanguard Ultra-Short Bond ETF | 4.35% | 4.63% | 5.16% | 4.45% | 1.56% | 0.26% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
VWELX Vanguard Wellington Fund Investor Shares | 11.06% | 11.46% | 10.76% | 6.01% | 8.19% | 8.64% | 7.77% | 4.67% | 9.49% | 5.82% | 4.44% | 7.03% |
VWINX Vanguard Wellesley Income Fund Investor Shares | 7.79% | 7.86% | 6.61% | 4.73% | 7.67% | 6.03% | 4.30% | 3.94% | 7.56% | 3.20% | 4.00% | 5.60% |
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 Vanguard. 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 Vanguard was 16.36%, occurring on Oct 12, 2022. Recovery took 327 trading sessions.
The current Vanguard drawdown is 0.85%.
Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater | Related event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
-16.36%Oct 2022 | 9mo 10d | 1y 3mo | 2y 27dJan 2022 - Feb 2024 | Bear market2022 |
-8.30%Apr 2025 | 1mo 17d | 1mo 8d | 2mo 25dFeb 2025 - May 2025 | 2025 selloff2025 |
-5.34%Mar 2026 | 29d | 21d | 1mo 20dFeb 2026 - Apr 2026 | — |
-3.45%Dec 2024 | 17d | 1mo 5d | 1mo 22dDec 2024 - Jan 2025 | — |
-3.32%Apr 2024 | 15d | 28d | 1mo 13dApr 2024 - May 2024 | — |
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 9 assets, with an effective number of assets of 5.59, 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 | 5Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.15 | 1.14 | 1.12 | 1.12 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.12, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
Vanguard correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.88 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.87 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.89 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Apr 7, 2021 | 0.90 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VWELX has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.96, while VUSB has the lowest at 0.14.
Asset Correlations Table
| VUSB | BNDX | VTIAX | VFH | VDIGX | VOE | VWINX | VWELX | VONV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VUSB | 1.00 | 0.50 | 0.22 | 0.08 | 0.17 | 0.13 | 0.39 | 0.24 | 0.13 |
| BNDX | 0.50 | 1.00 | 0.21 | 0.08 | 0.22 | 0.16 | 0.54 | 0.31 | 0.15 |
| VTIAX | 0.22 | 0.21 | 1.00 | 0.63 | 0.64 | 0.70 | 0.64 | 0.78 | 0.74 |
| VFH | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.63 | 1.00 | 0.75 | 0.86 | 0.66 | 0.70 | 0.88 |
| VDIGX | 0.17 | 0.22 | 0.64 | 0.75 | 1.00 | 0.82 | 0.77 | 0.80 | 0.87 |
| VOE | 0.13 | 0.16 | 0.70 | 0.86 | 0.82 | 1.00 | 0.77 | 0.74 | 0.96 |
| VWINX | 0.39 | 0.54 | 0.64 | 0.66 | 0.77 | 0.77 | 1.00 | 0.76 | 0.78 |
| VWELX | 0.24 | 0.31 | 0.78 | 0.70 | 0.80 | 0.74 | 0.76 | 1.00 | 0.81 |
| VONV | 0.13 | 0.15 | 0.74 | 0.88 | 0.87 | 0.96 | 0.78 | 0.81 | 1.00 |
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