Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | S&P 500 | 66.60% |
DXSLX Direxion Monthly S&P 500 Bull 1.75X Fund | Leveraged Equities, S&P 500 | 33.40% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 1.25x S&P 500, 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 13, 2026, the 1.25x S&P 500 returned 10.14% Year-To-Date and 19.77% 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 1.25x S&P 500 | 0.35% | -0.59% | 10.14% | 10.49% | 28.41% | 23.95% | 14.53% | 19.77% |
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DXSLX Direxion Monthly S&P 500 Bull 1.75X Fund | 3.10% | -1.53% | 11.69% | 12.04% | 36.03% | 30.18% | 16.06% | 26.97% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 0.55% | -0.07% | 9.08% | 9.44% | 24.36% | 20.95% | 13.43% | 15.50% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 9, 2010, 1.25x S&P 500's average daily return is +0.09%, while the average monthly return is +1.88%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 3.1 years.
Historically, 69% of months were positive and 31% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +16.9%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -16.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, 1.25x S&P 500 closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Dec 20, 2011 with a return of +19.6%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -16.0%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.66% | -1.13% | -6.35% | 13.05% | 6.52% | -2.84% | 10.14% | ||||||
| 2025 | 3.23% | -1.75% | -7.16% | -1.12% | 7.66% | 6.29% | 2.68% | 2.43% | 4.33% | 2.81% | 0.14% | -0.04% | 20.31% |
| 2024 | 1.86% | 6.40% | 3.92% | -5.22% | 6.06% | 4.29% | 1.29% | 2.82% | 2.53% | -1.34% | 7.19% | -3.14% | 29.13% |
| 2023 | 7.70% | -3.25% | 4.45% | 1.82% | 0.40% | 8.04% | 3.91% | -2.20% | -6.11% | -2.86% | 11.23% | 5.56% | 30.82% |
| 2022 | -7.02% | -4.01% | 4.83% | -11.73% | 0.23% | -10.94% | 12.15% | -5.30% | -11.68% | 9.98% | 6.81% | -7.40% | -24.78% |
| 2021 | -1.45% | 3.61% | 5.91% | 7.00% | 0.84% | 3.02% | 3.14% | 3.94% | -6.33% | 9.26% | -1.03% | 6.05% | 38.44% |
Benchmark Metrics
1.25x S&P 500 has an annualized alpha of 5.53%, beta of 1.33, and R2 of 0.91 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 09, 2010.
- This portfolio captured 156.91% of S&P 500 Index gains and 115.31% of its losses - amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 5.53% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 5.53%
- Beta
- 1.33
- R²
- 0.91
- Upside Capture
- 156.91%
- Downside Capture
- 115.31%
Expense Ratio
1.25x S&P 500 has an expense ratio of 0.47%, placing it in the medium range. 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
1.25x S&P 500 ranks 42 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 1.25x S&P 500 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 | 1.85 | 1.86 | -0.01 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.48 | 2.53 | -0.06 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.33 | 1.34 | -0.01 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.51 | 2.53 | -0.02 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 11.24 | 11.37 | -0.13 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DXSLX Direxion Monthly S&P 500 Bull 1.75X Fund | 53 | 1.71 | 2.26 | 1.30 | 2.27 | 10.03 |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 70 | 1.99 | 2.70 | 1.36 | 2.75 | 12.42 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
1.25x S&P 500 provided a 2.98% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.98% | 3.40% | 4.36% | 0.97% | 1.13% | 3.47% | 1.83% | 2.73% | 3.78% | 12.86% | 1.34% | 9.99% |
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DXSLX Direxion Monthly S&P 500 Bull 1.75X Fund | 6.83% | 7.93% | 10.57% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 7.89% | 2.42% | 4.41% | 7.21% | 34.95% | 0.00% | 25.71% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 1.05% | 1.13% | 1.24% | 1.46% | 1.69% | 1.25% | 1.54% | 1.88% | 2.06% | 1.78% | 2.02% | 2.10% |
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 1.25x S&P 500. 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 1.25x S&P 500 was 43.32%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 103 trading sessions.
The current 1.25x S&P 500 drawdown is 3.32%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -43.32%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 4mo 28d | 6moFeb 2020 - Aug 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -31.61%Oct 2022 | 9mo 11d | 1y 3mo | 2y 20dJan 2022 - Jan 2024 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -25.75%Dec 2018 | 3mo 4d | 4mo | 7mo 4dSep 2018 - Apr 2019 |
2011 bear market2011 | -24.57%Oct 2011 | 5mo 4d | 2mo 18d | 7mo 22dMay 2011 - Dec 2011 |
2025 selloff2025 | -23.26%Apr 2025 | 1mo 17d | 2mo 20d | 4mo 7dFeb 2025 - Jun 2025 |
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 2 assets, with an effective number of assets of 1.80, 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 | 1.01 | 1.00 | 1.02 | 1.04 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.04, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
1.25x S&P 500 correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.00 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 1.00 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 1.00 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 1.00 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Sep 9, 2010 | 1.00 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VOO has the highest benchmark correlation at 1.00, while DXSLX has the lowest at 0.99.
Asset Correlations Table
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