Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VDY.TO Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF | Dividend | 100% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of CA$10,000 in VDY 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 VDY Only returned 21.54% Year-To-Date and 14.25% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.57% | 2.17% | 10.16% | 9.03% | 25.93% | 21.59% | 15.11% | 14.49% |
Portfolio VDY Only | 0.31% | 5.30% | 21.54% | 22.15% | 47.47% | 26.69% | 17.54% | 14.25% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VDY.TO Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF | 0.31% | 5.30% | 21.54% | 22.15% | 47.47% | 26.69% | 17.54% | 14.25% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Nov 8, 2012, VDY Only's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +1.07%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.4 years.
Historically, 64% of months were positive and 36% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +15.3%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -16.4%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, VDY Only closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 13, 2020 with a return of +14.0%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -13.6%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.08% | 6.64% | 0.19% | 6.50% | 2.18% | 2.40% | 21.54% | ||||||
| 2025 | 1.84% | -0.10% | -0.55% | -0.81% | 5.17% | 2.11% | 2.04% | 5.01% | 4.97% | 0.37% | 4.67% | 1.45% | 29.21% |
| 2024 | -0.27% | 1.42% | 4.35% | -1.95% | 3.22% | -2.35% | 5.95% | 2.70% | 3.49% | 1.05% | 4.86% | -2.42% | 21.44% |
| 2023 | 7.14% | -1.75% | -3.54% | 4.36% | -6.39% | 3.01% | 2.22% | -2.15% | -2.16% | -3.14% | 7.05% | 4.57% | 8.41% |
| 2022 | 5.87% | 1.55% | 2.36% | -3.40% | 2.61% | -8.78% | 2.54% | -2.18% | -4.43% | 5.67% | 3.60% | -4.44% | -0.23% |
| 2021 | 1.51% | 6.06% | 6.93% | 2.76% | 3.95% | 1.78% | -0.95% | 1.30% | 0.65% | 5.21% | -2.22% | 5.04% | 36.60% |
Benchmark Metrics
VDY Only has an annualized alpha of 4.45%, beta of 0.54, and R2 of 0.41 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 (60.52%) than losses (47.77%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- Beta of 0.54 may look defensive, but with R2 of 0.41 this portfolio is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index - low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this portfolio's risk.
- R2 of 0.41 means the benchmark explains less than half of this portfolio's behavior - treat beta with caution or consider switching to a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 4.45%
- Beta
- 0.54
- R²
- 0.41
- Upside Capture
- 60.52%
- Downside Capture
- 47.77%
Expense Ratio
VDY Only has an expense ratio of 0.22%, 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
VDY Only ranks 99 for risk / return — in the top 99% of Portfolios on our site. This means strong returns relative to risk — exactly what professional investors look for. Well-suited for investors who want to maximize return per unit of risk.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for VDY Only and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 5.76 | 2.07 | +3.69 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 8.29 | 2.85 | +5.45 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 2.16 | 1.36 | +0.80 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 15.30 | 2.84 | +12.46 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 62.34 | 10.60 | +51.74 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VDY.TO Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF | 98 | 5.76 | 8.29 | 2.16 | 15.30 | 62.34 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
VDY Only provided a 2.88% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.88% | 3.59% | 4.37% | 4.64% | 4.42% | 3.46% | 4.59% | 4.25% | 4.44% | 3.42% | 3.25% | 4.11% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VDY.TO Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF | 2.88% | 3.59% | 4.37% | 4.64% | 4.42% | 3.46% | 4.59% | 4.25% | 4.44% | 3.42% | 3.25% | 4.11% |
Monthly Dividends
The table below shows the monthly dividends paid by this portfolio.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.20 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.19 | CA$0.21 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.94 | ||||||
| 2025 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.19 | CA$0.22 | CA$0.20 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.23 | CA$0.15 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.24 | CA$0.15 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.34 | CA$2.23 |
| 2024 | CA$0.20 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.19 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.20 | CA$0.21 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.17 | CA$2.19 |
| 2023 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.15 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.17 | CA$2.00 |
| 2022 | CA$0.14 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.12 | CA$0.14 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.13 | CA$0.18 | CA$0.21 | CA$0.12 | CA$0.19 | CA$0.15 | CA$1.85 |
| 2021 | CA$0.11 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.15 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.14 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.15 | CA$0.16 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.12 | CA$1.51 |
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 VDY 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 VDY Only was 39.21%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 228 trading sessions.
The current VDY Only drawdown is 0.38%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -39.21%Mar 2020 | 1mo 1d | 11mo 2d | 12mo 3dFeb 2020 - Feb 2021 |
2016 bear market2016 | -22.26%Feb 2016 | 1y 5mo | 8mo 13d | 2y 1moSep 2014 - Oct 2016 |
Bear market2022 | -16.17%Oct 2022 | 6mo 23d | 1y 5mo | 1y 11moMar 2022 - Mar 2024 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -14.82%Dec 2018 | 4mo 3d | 2mo 19d | 6mo 22dAug 2018 - Mar 2019 |
2025 selloff2025 | -10.38%Apr 2025 | 2mo 7d | 1mo 4d | 3mo 11dJan 2025 - May 2025 |
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.
VDY Only correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.39 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.45 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.52 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.53 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 8, 2012 | 0.53 |
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