Asset Allocation
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 10% mix, 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
| 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 10% mix | 0.62% | 0.67% | 17.11% | 18.09% | 34.40% | 20.91% | 12.41% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | -0.12% | 0.45% | 0.52% | 0.91% | 4.77% | 4.17% | 0.03% | 1.58% |
DBP Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund | 0.09% | -11.93% | -3.82% | -0.66% | 30.66% | 29.99% | 16.18% | 11.21% |
FMAT Fidelity MSCI Materials Index ETF | 1.73% | 0.43% | 13.63% | 14.23% | 23.84% | 11.38% | 6.23% | 10.55% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 0.89% | 3.21% | 20.66% | 19.57% | 26.72% | 14.90% | 8.75% | 12.91% |
SCHH Schwab US REIT ETF | 1.00% | 3.60% | 16.33% | 16.33% | 17.06% | 11.02% | 3.40% | 4.51% |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 1.72% | 7.20% | 72.15% | 75.62% | 141.99% | 60.05% | 38.42% | 37.49% |
SWPPX Schwab S&P 500 Index Fund | 1.76% | -1.30% | 8.55% | 8.92% | 25.15% | 21.04% | 13.31% | 15.41% |
VITAX Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund Admiral Shares | 3.34% | 0.79% | 23.40% | 23.48% | 49.63% | 29.93% | 20.22% | 25.13% |
VMFXX Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund | 0.00% | 0.30% | 1.50% | 1.82% | 3.95% | 3.35% | 2.39% | — |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 0.40% | 0.78% | 13.69% | 15.52% | 30.12% | 18.37% | 8.32% | 10.22% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 25, 2021, 10% mix's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +1.05%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.5 years.
Historically, 66% of months were positive and 34% were negative. The best month was Apr 2026 with a return of +8.6%, while the worst month was Sep 2022 at -8.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, 10% mix closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +7.1%, while the worst single day was Apr 4, 2025 at -4.5%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5.12% | 3.71% | -5.46% | 8.56% | 5.22% | -0.53% | 17.11% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.11% | 0.30% | -1.93% | -0.44% | 4.03% | 4.55% | 0.78% | 3.07% | 3.82% | 1.68% | 0.93% | 1.41% | 22.05% |
| 2024 | -0.27% | 3.64% | 3.71% | -3.25% | 4.60% | 1.79% | 2.25% | 1.70% | 2.24% | -1.17% | 2.15% | -3.28% | 14.63% |
| 2023 | 7.09% | -2.58% | 3.53% | -0.20% | 0.33% | 4.19% | 2.91% | -2.10% | -4.60% | -1.66% | 8.10% | 4.89% | 20.76% |
| 2022 | -4.85% | -1.22% | 2.10% | -6.09% | 0.30% | -7.52% | 6.20% | -4.38% | -8.14% | 4.26% | 8.17% | -3.76% | -15.37% |
| 2021 | 0.55% | 0.50% | 1.38% | 1.56% | -4.13% | 4.63% | 0.47% | 3.91% | 8.96% |
Benchmark Metrics
10% mix has an annualized alpha of 3.35%, beta of 0.75, and R2 of 0.87 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since May 25, 2021.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (81.68%) than losses (75.94%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 3.35% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 3.35%
- Beta
- 0.75
- R²
- 0.87
- Upside Capture
- 81.68%
- Downside Capture
- 75.94%
Expense Ratio
10% mix has an expense ratio of 0.16%, 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
10% mix ranks 85 for risk / return — in the top 85% 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 10% mix 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 | 2.68 | 1.86 | +0.82 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.51 | 2.53 | +0.98 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.50 | 1.34 | +0.16 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 4.11 | 2.53 | +1.58 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 17.36 | 11.37 | +5.98 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 36 | 1.18 | 1.77 | 1.21 | 1.65 | 4.81 |
DBP Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund | 27 | 0.96 | 1.31 | 1.20 | 1.07 | 2.77 |
FMAT Fidelity MSCI Materials Index ETF | 36 | 1.20 | 1.76 | 1.21 | 1.65 | 5.27 |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 86 | 2.41 | 3.72 | 1.43 | 5.70 | 13.97 |
SCHH Schwab US REIT ETF | 38 | 1.18 | 1.68 | 1.21 | 1.94 | 6.10 |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 95 | 4.13 | 4.26 | 1.60 | 9.18 | 33.74 |
SWPPX Schwab S&P 500 Index Fund | 64 | 1.96 | 2.66 | 1.36 | 2.74 | 12.42 |
VITAX Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund Admiral Shares | 65 | 2.20 | 2.74 | 1.36 | 2.96 | 9.18 |
VMFXX Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund | — | 3.67 | — | — | — | — |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 58 | 1.77 | 2.44 | 1.33 | 2.53 | 9.72 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
10% mix provided a 2.19% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.19% | 2.39% | 2.37% | 2.64% | 1.78% | 1.33% | 1.56% | 1.93% | 2.19% | 1.60% | 1.76% | 1.96% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.96% | 3.86% | 3.67% | 3.09% | 2.60% | 2.12% | 2.38% | 2.72% | 2.81% | 2.54% | 2.51% | 2.57% |
DBP Invesco DB Precious Metals Fund | 2.53% | 2.44% | 4.21% | 4.47% | 0.45% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 1.26% | 1.24% | 0.12% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
FMAT Fidelity MSCI Materials Index ETF | 1.41% | 1.64% | 1.68% | 1.71% | 2.00% | 1.44% | 1.73% | 1.89% | 2.18% | 1.53% | 1.78% | 2.16% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 3.22% | 3.82% | 3.64% | 3.49% | 3.39% | 2.78% | 3.16% | 2.98% | 3.06% | 2.63% | 2.89% | 2.97% |
SCHH Schwab US REIT ETF | 2.69% | 3.04% | 3.22% | 3.24% | 2.55% | 1.50% | 2.86% | 2.86% | 3.64% | 2.22% | 2.81% | 2.48% |
SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 0.18% | 0.31% | 0.44% | 0.60% | 1.18% | 0.51% | 0.69% | 1.50% | 1.88% | 1.43% | 0.80% | 2.14% |
SWPPX Schwab S&P 500 Index Fund | 1.02% | 1.11% | 1.23% | 1.43% | 1.67% | 1.27% | 1.81% | 1.95% | 2.67% | 1.79% | 2.55% | 3.17% |
VITAX Vanguard Information Technology Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.33% | 0.40% | 0.60% | 0.65% | 0.91% | 0.63% | 0.82% | 1.11% | 1.29% | 0.99% | 1.31% | 1.28% |
VMFXX Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund | 3.87% | 4.14% | 1.63% | 4.53% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 2.67% | 3.18% | 3.37% | 3.24% | 3.09% | 3.10% | 2.14% | 3.06% | 3.18% | 2.73% | 2.93% | 2.83% |
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 10% mix. 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 10% mix was 23.30%, occurring on Oct 14, 2022. Recovery took 292 trading sessions.
The current 10% mix drawdown is 1.71%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -23.30%Oct 2022 | 9mo 12d | 1y 2mo | 1y 11moJan 2022 - Dec 2023 |
2025 selloff2025 | -13.23%Apr 2025 | 1mo 16d | 1mo 25d | 3mo 11dFeb 2025 - Jun 2025 |
2026 pullback2026 | -8.11%Mar 2026 | 1mo 2d | 17d | 1mo 19dFeb 2026 - Apr 2026 |
2024 pullback2024 | -6.55%Aug 2024 | 21d | 1mo 7d | 1mo 28dJul 2024 - Sep 2024 |
2021 pullback2021 | -4.79%Sep 2021 | 23d | 1mo 2d | 1mo 25dSep 2021 - Nov 2021 |
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 10 assets, with an effective number of assets of 10.00, 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 | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.38 | 1.34 | 1.29 | 1.29 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.29, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
10% mix correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.85 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.89 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.92 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 25, 2021 | 0.92 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. SWPPX has the highest benchmark correlation at 1.00, while VMFXX has the lowest at 0.04.
Asset Correlations Table
| VMFXX | BND | DBP | SCHH | SCHD | SMH | VITAX | FMAT | VXUS | SWPPX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VMFXX | 1.00 | 0.05 | 0.02 | 0.08 | 0.07 | -0.02 | 0.02 | 0.05 | -0.02 | 0.04 |
| BND | 0.05 | 1.00 | 0.30 | 0.33 | 0.15 | 0.11 | 0.15 | 0.18 | 0.24 | 0.18 |
| DBP | 0.02 | 0.30 | 1.00 | 0.18 | 0.15 | 0.16 | 0.13 | 0.31 | 0.39 | 0.16 |
| SCHH | 0.08 | 0.33 | 0.18 | 1.00 | 0.69 | 0.33 | 0.39 | 0.60 | 0.54 | 0.56 |
| SCHD | 0.07 | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0.69 | 1.00 | 0.44 | 0.48 | 0.77 | 0.63 | 0.70 |
| SMH | -0.02 | 0.11 | 0.16 | 0.33 | 0.44 | 1.00 | 0.90 | 0.54 | 0.67 | 0.80 |
| VITAX | 0.02 | 0.15 | 0.13 | 0.39 | 0.48 | 0.90 | 1.00 | 0.57 | 0.68 | 0.91 |
| FMAT | 0.05 | 0.18 | 0.31 | 0.60 | 0.77 | 0.54 | 0.57 | 1.00 | 0.75 | 0.73 |
| VXUS | -0.02 | 0.24 | 0.39 | 0.54 | 0.63 | 0.67 | 0.68 | 0.75 | 1.00 | 0.77 |
| SWPPX | 0.04 | 0.18 | 0.16 | 0.56 | 0.70 | 0.80 | 0.91 | 0.73 | 0.77 | 1.00 |
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