Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
ACWI iShares MSCI ACWI ETF | Global Equities | 80% |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | Gold, Precious Metals | 10% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 10% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in ACWI+GOLD+BTC, 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 ACWI+GOLD+BTC returned 5.50% Year-To-Date and 21.26% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.50% | -0.93% | 8.56% | 8.85% | 24.33% | 19.37% | 11.84% | 13.61% |
Portfolio ACWI+GOLD+BTC | 0.14% | -3.08% | 5.50% | 5.85% | 18.70% | 23.70% | 13.06% | 21.26% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
ACWI iShares MSCI ACWI ETF | 0.41% | -0.11% | 10.59% | 11.34% | 26.86% | 19.78% | 10.88% | 13.02% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 1.71% | -20.43% | -26.27% | -28.52% | -39.20% | 36.94% | 9.74% | 57.23% |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | 0.08% | -9.54% | -2.44% | -2.22% | 22.32% | 29.07% | 17.23% | 12.31% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 28, 2012, ACWI+GOLD+BTC's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +2.05%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 2.8 years.
Historically, 63% of months were positive and 37% were negative. The best month was Nov 2013 with a return of +65.2%, while the worst month was Dec 2013 at -17.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, ACWI+GOLD+BTC closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 18, 2013 with a return of +13.6%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -12.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.50% | 0.69% | -6.13% | 8.64% | 3.22% | -2.88% | 5.50% | ||||||
| 2025 | 4.17% | -1.92% | -2.15% | 2.37% | 5.70% | 4.12% | 1.58% | 1.94% | 4.59% | 1.80% | -1.06% | 0.71% | 23.75% |
| 2024 | 0.14% | 8.06% | 5.42% | -4.06% | 4.86% | 0.97% | 2.08% | 1.29% | 2.99% | -0.20% | 6.89% | -2.66% | 28.18% |
| 2023 | 10.56% | -3.09% | 6.29% | 1.62% | -1.67% | 5.59% | 2.70% | -3.51% | -3.63% | 1.57% | 8.21% | 5.37% | 32.89% |
| 2022 | -5.45% | -0.78% | 2.21% | -8.37% | -1.37% | -9.61% | 7.07% | -5.29% | -8.16% | 5.44% | 5.89% | -3.82% | -21.66% |
| 2021 | 0.87% | 5.34% | 6.55% | 3.59% | -1.41% | -0.18% | 2.78% | 3.23% | -4.56% | 8.65% | -2.81% | 0.89% | 24.53% |
Benchmark Metrics
ACWI+GOLD+BTC has an annualized alpha of 11.06%, beta of 0.81, and R2 of 0.55 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 28, 2012.
- This portfolio captured 125.03% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 85.10% of its losses - a favorable profile for investors.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 11.06% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 11.06%
- Beta
- 0.81
- R²
- 0.55
- Upside Capture
- 125.03%
- Downside Capture
- 85.10%
Expense Ratio
ACWI+GOLD+BTC has an expense ratio of 0.28%, 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
ACWI+GOLD+BTC ranks 19 for risk / return — in the bottom 19% of Portfolios on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for ACWI+GOLD+BTC 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 | 1.32 | 1.86 | -0.54 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.83 | 2.53 | -0.70 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.22 | 1.34 | -0.11 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.69 | 2.53 | -0.85 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 6.29 | 11.37 | -5.08 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ACWI iShares MSCI ACWI ETF | 64 | 1.90 | 2.62 | 1.35 | 2.62 | 11.46 |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 34 | -0.92 | -1.27 | 0.87 | -0.77 | -1.33 |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | 26 | 0.89 | 1.25 | 1.19 | 0.99 | 2.83 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
ACWI+GOLD+BTC provided a 1.12% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.12% | 1.24% | 1.36% | 1.51% | 1.44% | 1.37% | 1.15% | 1.87% | 1.75% | 1.56% | 1.75% | 2.05% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
ACWI iShares MSCI ACWI ETF | 1.40% | 1.55% | 1.70% | 1.88% | 1.79% | 1.71% | 1.43% | 2.33% | 2.18% | 1.94% | 2.19% | 2.56% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
IAU iShares Gold Trust | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
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 ACWI+GOLD+BTC. 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 ACWI+GOLD+BTC was 31.22%, occurring on Mar 22, 2020. Recovery took 129 trading sessions.
The current ACWI+GOLD+BTC drawdown is 3.20%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -31.22%Mar 2020 | 1mo 8d | 4mo 9d | 5mo 17dFeb 2020 - Jul 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -30.92%Oct 2022 | 11mo 10d | 1y 3mo | 2y 2moNov 2021 - Jan 2024 |
2015 bear market2015 | -28.61%Sep 2015 | 1y 9mo | 1y 4mo | 3y 2moDec 2013 - Feb 2017 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -28.00%Dec 2018 | 1y 8d | 6mo 1d | 1y 6moDec 2017 - Jun 2019 |
2013 correction2013 | -16.69%Jul 2013 | 2mo 26d | 3mo 15d | 6mo 11dApr 2013 - Oct 2013 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Diversification
Diversification Metrics
Number of Effective Assets
The portfolio contains 3 assets, with an effective number of assets of 1.52, 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 | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.23 | 1.26 | 1.24 | 1.30 | 1.36 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.36, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
ACWI+GOLD+BTC correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.90 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.87 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.88 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.82 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Sep 28, 2012 | 0.78 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. ACWI has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.95, while IAU has the lowest at 0.02.
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