Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
FXAIX Fidelity 500 Index Fund | S&P 500 | 26.29% |
ABIYX AB International Value Fund | Foreign Large Cap Equities | 15.16% |
ARTIX Artisan International Fund | Foreign Large Cap Equities | 14.75% |
BGEIX American Century Global Gold Fund | Precious Metals | 14.67% |
FAGIX Fidelity Capital & Income Fund | High Yield Bonds | 10.26% |
TISPX TIAA-CREF S&P 500 Index Fund | Large Cap Blend Equities | 5.32% |
TIISX TIAA-CREF Quant International Small-Cap Equity Fund | Foreign Small & Mid Cap Equities | 4.57% |
TCIEX TIAA-CREF International Equity Index Fund Institutional Class | Large Cap Blend Equities, Foreign Large Cap Equities | 4.22% |
MNTRX Allspring Core Bond Fund | Intermediate Core Bond | 3.53% |
VMFXX Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund | Money Market | 1.23% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in TIAA2, 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 TIAA2 | 2.44% | -3.21% | 6.56% | 7.88% | 27.04% | 22.39% | 11.94% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
ABIYX AB International Value Fund | 2.67% | 1.44% | 8.86% | 10.92% | 25.65% | 18.62% | 10.14% | 8.44% |
ARTIX Artisan International Fund | 2.38% | -3.00% | 12.42% | 14.65% | 23.44% | 21.71% | 9.40% | 10.06% |
BGEIX American Century Global Gold Fund | 5.64% | -17.86% | -9.64% | -7.72% | 42.26% | 38.91% | 16.48% | 12.13% |
FAGIX Fidelity Capital & Income Fund | 1.15% | -0.19% | 7.40% | 7.95% | 17.42% | 12.87% | 6.75% | 8.03% |
FXAIX Fidelity 500 Index Fund | 1.76% | -1.31% | 8.59% | 8.94% | 25.18% | 21.06% | 13.34% | 15.44% |
MNTRX Allspring Core Bond Fund | 0.55% | 0.52% | 0.29% | 0.90% | 4.87% | 3.88% | -0.24% | 1.40% |
TCIEX TIAA-CREF International Equity Index Fund Institutional Class | 3.02% | 1.03% | 8.98% | 10.44% | 21.44% | 16.51% | 8.44% | 9.76% |
TIISX TIAA-CREF Quant International Small-Cap Equity Fund | 3.04% | -0.20% | 16.44% | 18.71% | 31.45% | 21.67% | 9.05% | — |
TISPX TIAA-CREF S&P 500 Index Fund | 1.75% | -1.29% | 8.58% | 8.92% | 25.10% | 21.00% | 13.29% | 15.18% |
VMFXX Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund | 0.00% | 0.30% | 1.50% | 1.82% | 3.95% | 3.35% | 2.39% | — |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 25, 2021, TIAA2's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +1.02%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.7 years.
Historically, 63% of months were positive and 37% were negative. The best month was Nov 2022 with a return of +10.4%, while the worst month was Jun 2022 at -9.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, TIAA2 closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +6.2%, while the worst single day was Apr 4, 2025 at -5.8%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5.03% | 5.05% | -8.71% | 6.46% | 2.43% | -2.98% | 6.56% | ||||||
| 2025 | 4.99% | 1.35% | 1.04% | 2.71% | 5.12% | 4.16% | 0.17% | 5.21% | 6.25% | 0.17% | 2.21% | 2.10% | 41.51% |
| 2024 | -0.83% | 2.33% | 5.68% | -2.13% | 4.65% | -0.19% | 3.25% | 2.29% | 1.75% | -1.19% | 1.42% | -3.31% | 14.15% |
| 2023 | 7.61% | -4.14% | 4.62% | 1.73% | -2.71% | 3.60% | 3.14% | -2.66% | -4.51% | -1.58% | 8.17% | 3.74% | 17.14% |
| 2022 | -4.42% | -0.87% | 2.39% | -7.07% | -0.21% | -9.03% | 4.35% | -4.72% | -7.35% | 5.65% | 10.43% | -2.58% | -14.30% |
| 2021 | 0.44% | -1.66% | 1.45% | 0.89% | -4.00% | 4.58% | -2.61% | 3.98% | 2.80% |
Benchmark Metrics
TIAA2 has an annualized alpha of 3.26%, beta of 0.73, and R2 of 0.74 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 (80.32%) than losses (76.59%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 3.26% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 3.26%
- Beta
- 0.73
- R²
- 0.74
- Upside Capture
- 80.32%
- Downside Capture
- 76.59%
Expense Ratio
TIAA2 has an expense ratio of 0.56%, 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
TIAA2 ranks 44 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 TIAA2 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 | 1.95 | 1.86 | +0.08 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.61 | 2.53 | +0.08 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.36 | 1.34 | +0.02 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.43 | 2.53 | -0.10 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 9.66 | 11.37 | -1.71 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ABIYX AB International Value Fund | 42 | 1.68 | 2.42 | 1.30 | 2.08 | 7.17 |
ARTIX Artisan International Fund | 44 | 1.60 | 2.33 | 1.29 | 2.45 | 8.20 |
BGEIX American Century Global Gold Fund | 19 | 1.13 | 1.55 | 1.22 | 1.37 | 3.91 |
FAGIX Fidelity Capital & Income Fund | 90 | 2.63 | 3.75 | 1.52 | 4.85 | 19.86 |
FXAIX Fidelity 500 Index Fund | 65 | 1.97 | 2.67 | 1.36 | 2.74 | 12.46 |
MNTRX Allspring Core Bond Fund | 23 | 1.22 | 1.82 | 1.22 | 1.56 | 4.59 |
TCIEX TIAA-CREF International Equity Index Fund Institutional Class | 30 | 1.33 | 1.93 | 1.24 | 1.84 | 6.82 |
TIISX TIAA-CREF Quant International Small-Cap Equity Fund | 67 | 2.12 | 2.95 | 1.39 | 2.69 | 10.22 |
TISPX TIAA-CREF S&P 500 Index Fund | 65 | 1.97 | 2.67 | 1.36 | 2.74 | 12.43 |
VMFXX Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund | — | 3.67 | — | — | — | — |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
TIAA2 provided a 5.07% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 5.07% | 5.54% | 4.62% | 2.14% | 2.73% | 5.70% | 2.07% | 2.64% | 3.49% | 1.80% | 3.23% | 1.74% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
ABIYX AB International Value Fund | 2.65% | 2.88% | 10.15% | 1.38% | 1.39% | 2.78% | 0.92% | 1.31% | 0.52% | 2.02% | 0.34% | 1.69% |
ARTIX Artisan International Fund | 20.03% | 22.52% | 10.24% | 1.79% | 2.54% | 23.35% | 3.23% | 5.24% | 9.73% | 0.67% | 1.17% | 0.45% |
BGEIX American Century Global Gold Fund | 1.25% | 0.85% | 1.36% | 1.56% | 1.38% | 2.13% | 0.56% | 0.87% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 10.56% | 0.00% |
FAGIX Fidelity Capital & Income Fund | 4.47% | 4.74% | 5.02% | 5.28% | 10.25% | 6.08% | 4.59% | 5.00% | 5.67% | 5.05% | 4.57% | 4.51% |
FXAIX Fidelity 500 Index Fund | 1.06% | 1.11% | 1.25% | 1.45% | 1.69% | 1.22% | 1.60% | 2.06% | 2.72% | 1.97% | 2.52% | 2.83% |
MNTRX Allspring Core Bond Fund | 4.06% | 4.07% | 4.13% | 3.19% | 1.85% | 1.75% | 6.35% | 2.46% | 2.33% | 1.74% | 1.97% | 1.45% |
TCIEX TIAA-CREF International Equity Index Fund Institutional Class | 3.57% | 3.89% | 3.17% | 3.14% | 2.82% | 3.02% | 1.96% | 3.08% | 3.42% | 2.78% | 2.95% | 3.06% |
TIISX TIAA-CREF Quant International Small-Cap Equity Fund | 7.32% | 8.53% | 3.29% | 3.01% | 3.45% | 6.38% | 1.99% | 3.33% | 6.37% | 3.56% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
TISPX TIAA-CREF S&P 500 Index Fund | 2.16% | 2.35% | 1.52% | 1.48% | 1.91% | 1.77% | 1.53% | 2.16% | 2.94% | 0.36% | 2.39% | 0.65% |
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% |
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 TIAA2. 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 TIAA2 was 25.99%, occurring on Sep 27, 2022. Recovery took 353 trading sessions.
The current TIAA2 drawdown is 3.48%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -25.99%Sep 2022 | 10mo 16d | 1y 4mo | 2y 3moNov 2021 - Feb 2024 |
2026 correction2026 | -11.39%Mar 2026 | 28d | 1mo 12d | 2mo 10dMar 2026 - May 2026 |
2025 selloff2025 | -10.48%Apr 2025 | 19d | 17d | 1mo 6dMar 2025 - Apr 2025 |
2024 pullback2024 | -7.19%Aug 2024 | 19d | 16d | 1mo 5dJul 2024 - Aug 2024 |
2026 pullback2026 | -5.79%Jun 2026 | 29d | — | 1mo 3dMay 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 10 assets, with an effective number of assets of 6.49, 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 | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.21 | 1.23 | 1.21 | 1.22 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.22, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
TIAA2 correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.80 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.79 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.83 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 25, 2021 | 0.83 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. TISPX has the highest benchmark correlation at 1.00, while VMFXX has the lowest at 0.04.
Asset Correlations Table
| VMFXX | MNTRX | BGEIX | ARTIX | FAGIX | TISPX | FXAIX | ABIYX | TIISX | TCIEX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VMFXX | 1.00 | 0.13 | 0.03 | -0.02 | 0.18 | 0.04 | 0.04 | -0.00 | 0.03 | 0.01 |
| MNTRX | 0.13 | 1.00 | 0.26 | 0.20 | 0.30 | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0.20 | 0.22 | 0.23 |
| BGEIX | 0.03 | 0.26 | 1.00 | 0.45 | 0.37 | 0.32 | 0.32 | 0.50 | 0.56 | 0.51 |
| ARTIX | -0.02 | 0.20 | 0.45 | 1.00 | 0.65 | 0.69 | 0.69 | 0.84 | 0.83 | 0.87 |
| FAGIX | 0.18 | 0.30 | 0.37 | 0.65 | 1.00 | 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.68 | 0.73 | 0.71 |
| TISPX | 0.04 | 0.15 | 0.32 | 0.69 | 0.80 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.73 | 0.74 | 0.76 |
| FXAIX | 0.04 | 0.15 | 0.32 | 0.69 | 0.80 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.73 | 0.74 | 0.76 |
| ABIYX | -0.00 | 0.20 | 0.50 | 0.84 | 0.68 | 0.73 | 0.73 | 1.00 | 0.89 | 0.96 |
| TIISX | 0.03 | 0.22 | 0.56 | 0.83 | 0.73 | 0.74 | 0.74 | 0.89 | 1.00 | 0.91 |
| TCIEX | 0.01 | 0.23 | 0.51 | 0.87 | 0.71 | 0.76 | 0.76 | 0.96 | 0.91 | 1.00 |
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