Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
XEQT.TO iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio | Global Equities | 100% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of CA$10,000 in XEQT 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
| 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 XEQT Only | 0.43% | 1.59% | 10.73% | 11.16% | 28.07% | 21.64% | 13.58% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
XEQT.TO iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio | 0.43% | 1.59% | 10.73% | 11.16% | 28.07% | 21.64% | 13.58% | — |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Aug 14, 2019, XEQT Only's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.18%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.9 years.
Historically, 67% of months were positive and 33% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +10.3%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -11.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, XEQT Only closed higher 53% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +8.0%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -9.2%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.91% | 3.42% | -4.49% | 5.79% | 5.00% | -0.97% | 10.73% | ||||||
| 2025 | 4.28% | -0.57% | -3.38% | -2.50% | 5.46% | 3.29% | 2.28% | 2.81% | 4.69% | 2.26% | 1.28% | -0.61% | 20.57% |
| 2024 | 1.41% | 4.56% | 3.25% | -2.05% | 3.42% | 0.92% | 3.62% | 0.28% | 2.37% | 0.68% | 5.35% | -1.50% | 24.38% |
| 2023 | 6.06% | -0.78% | 1.14% | 2.07% | -2.03% | 3.23% | 2.94% | -0.63% | -3.73% | -1.48% | 6.79% | 3.03% | 17.27% |
| 2022 | -3.68% | -2.18% | 1.36% | -5.54% | -0.64% | -7.16% | 6.15% | -1.82% | -4.71% | 5.32% | 6.40% | -3.88% | -10.99% |
| 2021 | 0.17% | 3.61% | 1.31% | 2.07% | 0.56% | 3.49% | 1.27% | 3.15% | -3.41% | 3.40% | 0.11% | 2.01% | 18.98% |
Benchmark Metrics
XEQT Only has an annualized alpha of 1.98%, beta of 0.63, and R2 of 0.73 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since August 14, 2019.
- This portfolio participated in 86.08% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 78.02% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- Beta of 0.63 indicates this portfolio moves significantly less than S&P 500 Index - a genuinely defensive profile with reduced participation in both market rallies and downturns.
- Alpha
- 1.98%
- Beta
- 0.63
- R²
- 0.73
- Upside Capture
- 78.02%
- Downside Capture
- 86.08%
Expense Ratio
XEQT Only has an expense ratio of 0.20%, 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
XEQT Only ranks 72 for risk / return — better than 72% of Portfolios on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for XEQT Only and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 2.37 | 2.07 | +0.30 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.22 | 2.85 | +0.37 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.44 | 1.36 | +0.08 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.42 | 2.84 | +0.58 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 14.83 | 10.60 | +4.22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XEQT.TO iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio | 80 | 2.37 | 3.22 | 1.44 | 3.42 | 14.83 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
XEQT Only provided a 1.51% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.51% | 1.66% | 2.03% | 2.09% | 2.14% | 1.66% | 1.69% | 1.21% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
XEQT.TO iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio | 1.51% | 1.66% | 2.03% | 2.09% | 2.14% | 1.66% | 1.69% | 1.21% |
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$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | ||||||
| 2025 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.27 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.10 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.21 | CA$0.66 |
| 2024 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.22 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.28 | CA$0.68 |
| 2023 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.20 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.09 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.20 | CA$0.58 |
| 2022 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.08 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.19 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.07 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.17 | CA$0.52 |
| 2021 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.10 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.14 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.07 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.00 | CA$0.15 | CA$0.46 |
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 XEQT 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 XEQT Only was 29.74%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 159 trading sessions.
The current XEQT Only drawdown is 2.20%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -29.74%Mar 2020 | 1mo 9d | 7mo 21d | 9moFeb 2020 - Nov 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -19.55%Jun 2022 | 5mo 18d | 1y 5mo | 1y 11moDec 2021 - Dec 2023 |
2025 selloff2025 | -15.08%Apr 2025 | 2mo 7d | 2mo 17d | 4mo 24dJan 2025 - Jun 2025 |
2026 pullback2026 | -8.25%Mar 2026 | 21d | 25d | 1mo 16dFeb 2026 - Apr 2026 |
2024 pullback2024 | -6.64%Aug 2024 | 21d | 1mo 10d | 2mo 1dJul 2024 - Sep 2024 |
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 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 | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 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.
XEQT Only correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.81 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.79 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.81 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Aug 14, 2019 | 0.80 |
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