Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | Foreign Large Cap Equities | 25% |
VIOV Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF | Small Cap Value Equities | 25% |
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | S&P 500 | 25% |
DLS WisdomTree International SmallCap Dividend | Foreign Small & Mid Cap Equities, Dividend | 25% |
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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.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 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% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
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% |
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%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4.78% | 2.88% | -6.37% | 8.25% | 3.19% | -1.99% | 10.49% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.72% | -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% |
| 2023 | 8.98% | -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% |
| 2021 | 0.93% | 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
- R²
- 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.
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.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DLS WisdomTree International SmallCap Dividend | 46 | 1.50 | 2.14 | 1.27 | 1.84 | 6.69 |
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | 69 | 2.07 | 2.79 | 1.38 | 2.81 | 12.97 |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 56 | 1.75 | 2.39 | 1.32 | 2.42 | 9.39 |
VIOV Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF | 71 | 1.99 | 2.85 | 1.34 | 3.92 | 12.76 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
4 Fund Combo worldwide provided a 2.22% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.22% | 2.49% | 2.75% | 2.77% | 2.83% | 2.31% | 1.88% | 2.46% | 2.74% | 2.18% | 2.38% | 2.31% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
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 2d | 7mo 28d | 10moJan 2020 - Nov 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -26.09%Sep 2022 | 10mo 25d | 1y 5mo | 2y 3moNov 2021 - Mar 2024 |
2011 bear market2011 | -22.88%Oct 2011 | 5mo 4d | 11mo 16d | 1y 4moMay 2011 - Sep 2012 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -21.61%Dec 2018 | 10mo 29d | 11mo 17d | 1y 10moJan 2018 - Dec 2019 |
2016 correction2016 | -17.90%Feb 2016 | 8mo 25d | 6mo 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
| 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.
Asset Correlations Table
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