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Wealthsimple TFSA
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Diversification

Asset Allocation


1 position 1.21%VEQT.TO 95.36%1 position 3.43%CommodityCommodityEquityEquity

S&P 500 Index

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of CA$10,000 in Wealthsimple TFSA, 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


Position1D1M6MYTD1Y3Y*5Y*10Y*
Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
0.39%4.03%11.08%14.44%25.50%22.11%14.40%14.28%
Portfolio
Wealthsimple TFSA
0.28%2.73%
CASV.TO
Avantis CIBC Global Small Cap Value ETF
0.54%0.99%
VEQT.TO
Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio
0.28%2.83%10.85%14.88%29.52%22.79%13.73%
ZCOM.NEO
BMO Broad Commodity ETF (CAD Units)
-0.03%-1.15%17.11%21.66%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Mar 13, 2026, Wealthsimple TFSA's average daily return is +0.17%, while the average monthly return is +2.75%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 2.1 years.

Historically, 100% of months were positive and 0% were negative. The best month was Apr 2026 with a return of +6.0%, while the worst month was Mar 2026 at 0.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 0 months.

On a daily basis, Wealthsimple TFSA closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 31, 2026 with a return of +2.7%, while the worst single day was Jun 5, 2026 at -2.6%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20260.47%5.97%4.83%1.91%0.58%14.40%

Benchmark Metrics

Wealthsimple TFSA has an annualized alpha of -12.56%, beta of 0.86, and R2 of 0.78 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since March 13, 2026.

  • This portfolio had an annualized alpha of -12.56% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering less than market exposure alone would predict.
  • With beta of 0.86 and R2 of 0.78, 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
-12.56%
Beta
0.86
0.78
Upside Capture
55.76%

Expense Ratio

Wealthsimple TFSA has an expense ratio of 0.25%, 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

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Wealthsimple TFSA 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.


PortfolioBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

1.94

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

2.70

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

1.34

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

2.72

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

10.07


How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.

PositionRisk / Return RankSharpe ratioSortino ratioOmega ratioCalmar ratioMartin ratio
CASV.TO
Avantis CIBC Global Small Cap Value ETF
VEQT.TO
Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio
88
2.373.251.433.6315.57
ZCOM.NEO
BMO Broad Commodity ETF (CAD Units)

Sharpe Ratio

There isn't enough data available to calculate the Sharpe ratio for Wealthsimple TFSA. This metric is based on the past 12 months of trading data. Please check back later for updated information.


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Dividends

Dividend yield

Wealthsimple TFSA provided a 1.25% dividend yield over the last twelve months.


PositionTTM2025202420232022202120202019
Portfolio1.25%1.37%1.50%1.80%2.00%1.33%1.42%1.36%
CASV.TO
Avantis CIBC Global Small Cap Value ETF
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
VEQT.TO
Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio
1.23%1.42%1.58%1.88%2.09%1.40%1.48%1.43%
ZCOM.NEO
BMO Broad Commodity ETF (CAD Units)
6.05%2.09%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 Wealthsimple TFSA. 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 Wealthsimple TFSA was 3.85%, occurring on Mar 20, 2026. Recovery took 8 trading sessions.

The current Wealthsimple TFSA drawdown is 0.53%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

2026 pullback2026
-3.85%Mar 2026
2d12d
14dMar 2026 - Apr 2026
2026 pullback2026
-3.57%Jun 2026
5d5d
10dJun 2026 - Jun 2026
2026 pullback2026
-1.78%May 2026
4d3d
7dMay 2026 - May 2026
2026 pullback2026
-1.75%Apr 2026
9d7d
16dApr 2026 - May 2026
2026 pullback2026
-1.56%Jul 2026
2d
6d 12hJul 2026 - now

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 3 assets, with an effective number of assets of 1.10, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your portfolio is dominated by one or two holdings, which significantly increases concentration risk. Consider rebalancing toward more even weights or adding additional positions.


Diversification Ratio
All Time
Diversification Ratio

1.03

The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.03, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.

Wealthsimple TFSA correlation to the S&P 500 Index

Wealthsimple TFSA has a 0.86 correlation to S&P 500 Index over the full available history. This section compares each holding's correlation to the benchmark and to the portfolio.

Correlation
Correlation (All Time)
Calculated using the full available price history since Mar 13, 2026

0.86


Benchmark Correlations

Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VEQT.TO has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.86, while ZCOM.NEO has the lowest at -0.23.

Portfolio Correlations

Correlation vs. Wealthsimple TFSA. VEQT.TO has the highest portfolio correlation at 1.00, while ZCOM.NEO has the lowest at -0.18.

Asset Correlations Table

The table below displays the correlation coefficients between the individual components of the portfolio, the entire portfolio, and the chosen benchmark.

ZCOM.NEOCASV.TOVEQT.TO
ZCOM.NEO1.00-0.11-0.19
CASV.TO-0.111.000.70
VEQT.TO-0.190.701.00
The correlation results are calculated based on daily price changes starting from Mar 13, 2026
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