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4 Fund Combo worldwide
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
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Asset Allocation


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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 4 Fund Combo worldwide, 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 4 Fund Combo worldwide returned 10.49% Year-To-Date and 11.08% of annualized return in the last 10 years.


Position1D1MYTD6M1Y3Y*5Y*10Y*
Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
0.30%0.09%8.18%8.17%23.42%19.88%11.91%13.45%
Portfolio
4 Fund Combo worldwide
0.57%-0.94%10.49%12.08%27.42%17.91%8.85%11.08%
DLS
WisdomTree International SmallCap Dividend
0.26%-3.66%5.42%8.27%20.18%16.61%6.41%7.53%
IVV
iShares Core S&P 500 ETF
0.24%0.23%8.72%8.76%24.89%21.44%13.50%15.32%
VEA
Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF
1.00%-1.37%12.02%14.95%28.06%18.65%9.09%10.14%
VIOV
Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF
0.77%0.98%15.63%16.09%36.39%13.67%5.54%10.22%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 10, 2010, 4 Fund Combo worldwide's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.96%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 6.0 years.

Historically, 63% of months were positive and 37% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +13.7%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -18.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.

On a daily basis, 4 Fund Combo worldwide closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +8.5%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -11.5%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20264.78%2.88%-6.37%8.25%3.19%-1.99%10.49%
20252.72%-0.75%-2.35%0.48%5.22%4.54%0.67%4.99%2.24%0.50%1.49%1.68%23.33%
2024-1.65%2.89%3.48%-4.02%4.65%-0.93%5.37%1.34%1.56%-3.48%4.52%-3.81%9.65%
20238.98%-2.43%-0.12%0.97%-3.14%5.75%4.08%-3.39%-4.55%-3.93%8.70%7.91%18.81%
2022-4.36%-1.27%1.01%-6.91%1.19%-8.59%7.11%-4.79%-10.06%7.73%8.23%-3.75%-15.46%
20210.93%4.94%4.24%3.37%2.64%-0.08%-0.06%2.19%-3.32%3.59%-3.53%4.61%20.80%

Benchmark Metrics

4 Fund Combo worldwide has an annualized alpha of -0.78%, beta of 0.93, and R2 of 0.87 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 10, 2010.

  • This portfolio participated in 102.89% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 94.39% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • With beta of 0.93 and R2 of 0.87, 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
-0.78%
Beta
0.93
0.87
Upside Capture
94.39%
Downside Capture
102.89%

Expense Ratio

4 Fund Combo worldwide has an expense ratio of 0.18%, 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

4 Fund Combo worldwide ranks 46 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.


4 Fund Combo worldwide Risk / Return Rank: 4646
Overall Rank
4 Fund Combo worldwide Sharpe Ratio Rank: 4545
Sharpe Ratio Rank
4 Fund Combo worldwide Sortino Ratio Rank: 4747
Sortino Ratio Rank
4 Fund Combo worldwide Omega Ratio Rank: 4141
Omega Ratio Rank
4 Fund Combo worldwide Calmar Ratio Rank: 5050
Calmar Ratio Rank
4 Fund Combo worldwide Martin Ratio Rank: 4848
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 4 Fund Combo worldwide and compares them with S&P 500 Index.


PortfolioBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

2.05

1.94

+0.11

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

2.84

2.63

+0.22

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

1.36

1.35

+0.01

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

2.93

2.59

+0.34

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

11.75

11.84

-0.10


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
DLS
WisdomTree International SmallCap Dividend
461.502.141.271.846.69
IVV
iShares Core S&P 500 ETF
692.072.791.382.8112.97
VEA
Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF
561.752.391.322.429.39
VIOV
Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF
711.992.851.343.9212.76

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.

4 Fund Combo worldwide Sharpe ratios as of Jun 9, 2026 (values are recalculated daily):

  • 1-Year: 2.05
  • 5-Year: 0.55
  • 10-Year: 0.63
  • All Time: 0.64

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 1.61 to 2.48, 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 4 Fund Combo worldwide 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

4 Fund Combo worldwide provided a 2.22% dividend yield over the last twelve months.


PositionTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Portfolio2.22%2.49%2.75%2.77%2.83%2.31%1.88%2.46%2.74%2.18%2.38%2.31%
DLS
WisdomTree International SmallCap Dividend
3.54%3.87%4.56%4.29%4.96%3.29%2.50%3.37%3.66%2.79%3.29%2.72%
IVV
iShares Core S&P 500 ETF
1.09%1.17%1.30%1.44%1.66%1.20%1.57%1.85%2.21%1.75%2.01%2.27%
VEA
Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF
2.69%3.22%3.35%3.15%2.91%3.16%2.04%3.04%3.35%2.77%3.05%2.92%
VIOV
Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF
1.59%1.69%1.78%2.18%1.81%1.59%1.42%1.60%1.76%1.43%1.17%1.32%

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 4 Fund Combo worldwide. 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 4 Fund Combo worldwide was 38.33%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 166 trading sessions.

The current 4 Fund Combo worldwide drawdown is 2.29%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

COVID crash2020
-38.33%Mar 2020
2mo 2d7mo 28d
10moJan 2020 - Nov 2020
Bear market2022
-26.09%Sep 2022
10mo 25d1y 5mo
2y 3moNov 2021 - Mar 2024
2011 bear market2011
-22.88%Oct 2011
5mo 4d11mo 16d
1y 4moMay 2011 - Sep 2012
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018
-21.61%Dec 2018
10mo 29d11mo 17d
1y 10moJan 2018 - Dec 2019
2016 correction2016
-17.90%Feb 2016
8mo 25d6mo 2d
1y 2moMay 2015 - Aug 2016

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 4 assets, with an effective number of assets of 4.00, 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

1.12

1.12

1.10

1.08

1.08

The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.08, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.

4 Fund Combo worldwide correlation to the S&P 500 Index

4 Fund Combo worldwide has a 0.86 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

0.86

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

0.84

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

0.88

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

0.88

Correlation (All Time)
Calculated using the full available price history since Sep 10, 2010

0.90


Benchmark Correlations

Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. IVV has the highest benchmark correlation at 1.00, while VIOV has the lowest at 0.74.

VIOV
0.74
DLS
0.76
VEA
0.82
IVV
1.00

Portfolio Correlations

Correlation vs. 4 Fund Combo worldwide. VEA has the highest portfolio correlation at 0.93, while VIOV has the lowest at 0.86.

VIOV
0.86
IVV
0.90
DLS
0.90
VEA
0.93

Asset Correlations Table

The table below displays the correlation coefficients between the individual components of the portfolio, the entire portfolio, and the chosen benchmark.

VIOVDLSVEAIVV
VIOV1.000.650.670.74
DLS0.651.000.940.76
VEA0.670.941.000.82
IVV0.740.760.821.00
The correlation results are calculated based on daily price changes starting from Sep 10, 2010
Diversification Analysis

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