Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
IBB iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF | Health & Biotech Equities | 20% |
EEMA iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Asia ETF | Asia Pacific Equities | 20% |
SCHY Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF | Dividend, Foreign Large Cap Equities | 20% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | Dividend | 20% |
PHYS Sprott Physical Gold Trust | Financial Services | 20% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Attempt 3, 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 year.
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Returns By Period
| Position | 1D | 1M | 6M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | ALL TIME* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | -0.19% | -0.76% | 7.25% | 8.73% | 18.21% | 17.95% | 11.30% | 13.09% | 8.08% |
Portfolio Attempt 3 | -0.55% | -0.30% | 6.26% | 10.26% | 29.59% | 17.90% | 9.08% | — | 8.98% |
| Portfolio components: | |||||||||
EEMA iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Asia ETF | 0.47% | -8.59% | 11.65% | 17.58% | 32.42% | 20.21% | 6.27% | 9.29% | 6.84% |
IBB iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF | -1.70% | 7.42% | 9.84% | 10.62% | 44.15% | 12.68% | 2.78% | 7.41% | 7.17% |
PHYS Sprott Physical Gold Trust | -0.23% | -4.97% | -13.67% | -8.42% | 17.94% | 25.52% | 16.24% | 10.68% | 7.22% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | -0.49% | 3.61% | 15.19% | 21.36% | 25.66% | 13.54% | 9.15% | 12.32% | 13.25% |
SCHY Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF | -0.80% | 2.12% | 8.67% | 10.12% | 23.00% | 14.24% | 8.63% | — | 8.76% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Apr 29, 2021, Attempt 3's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.77%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 7.5 years.
Historically, 61% of months were positive and 39% were negative. The best month was Nov 2022 with a return of +9.8%, while the worst month was Sep 2022 at -7.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, Attempt 3 closed higher 52% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +5.3%, while the worst single day was Apr 4, 2025 at -4.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6.75% | 6.48% | -6.95% | 4.02% | 1.84% | -0.98% | -0.62% | 10.26% | |||||
| 2025 | 3.67% | 1.36% | 1.52% | 0.00% | 1.00% | 3.29% | 0.68% | 4.18% | 4.83% | 3.31% | 3.97% | 0.98% | 32.71% |
| 2024 | -1.68% | 1.72% | 3.74% | -2.33% | 3.21% | 0.66% | 5.15% | 1.91% | 2.50% | -1.43% | -0.56% | -4.00% | 8.80% |
| 2023 | 5.64% | -5.54% | 3.44% | 0.37% | -2.72% | 1.70% | 3.72% | -2.89% | -4.19% | -1.58% | 5.73% | 5.34% | 8.42% |
| 2022 | -3.57% | -0.97% | 0.74% | -5.30% | 0.25% | -4.06% | 1.13% | -3.08% | -6.98% | 3.97% | 9.80% | -1.26% | -9.93% |
| 2021 | -1.12% | 3.11% | -0.37% | -0.24% | 1.61% | -4.41% | 1.69% | -2.62% | 3.41% | 0.79% |
Benchmark Metrics
Attempt 3 has an annualized alpha of 2.19%, beta of 0.58, and R2 of 0.58 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 29, 2021.
- This portfolio participated in 67.53% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 63.79% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.19% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.58 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
- 2.19%
- Beta
- 0.58
- R²
- 0.58
- Upside Capture
- 63.79%
- Downside Capture
- 67.53%
Expense Ratio
Attempt 3 has an expense ratio of 0.22%, 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
Attempt 3 ranks 77 for risk / return — better than 77% 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 Attempt 3 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 | 2.17 | 1.45 | +0.72 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.88 | 2.03 | +0.86 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.40 | 1.26 | +0.13 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.08 | 2.01 | +1.07 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 10.51 | 8.68 | +1.83 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EEMA iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Asia ETF | 57 | 1.40 | 1.92 | 1.26 | 2.28 | 7.54 |
IBB iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF | 87 | 2.17 | 3.03 | 1.36 | 4.60 | 13.90 |
PHYS Sprott Physical Gold Trust | 62 | 0.63 | 0.95 | 1.14 | 0.67 | 1.57 |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 91 | 2.34 | 3.63 | 1.42 | 5.59 | 13.64 |
SCHY Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF | 72 | 1.92 | 2.65 | 1.34 | 2.54 | 7.20 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Attempt 3 provided a 1.65% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.65% | 1.81% | 2.06% | 1.95% | 1.83% | 1.38% | 0.90% | 1.03% | 1.08% | 0.93% | 0.96% | 1.09% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
EEMA iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Asia ETF | 1.40% | 1.48% | 1.74% | 2.02% | 1.78% | 2.19% | 1.15% | 1.86% | 2.17% | 1.74% | 1.74% | 2.44% |
IBB iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF | 0.22% | 0.23% | 0.29% | 0.26% | 0.31% | 0.21% | 0.21% | 0.33% | 0.20% | 0.30% | 0.19% | 0.03% |
PHYS Sprott Physical 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% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 3.20% | 3.82% | 3.64% | 3.49% | 3.39% | 2.78% | 3.16% | 2.98% | 3.06% | 2.63% | 2.89% | 2.97% |
SCHY Schwab International Dividend Equity ETF | 3.43% | 3.55% | 4.64% | 3.97% | 3.67% | 1.73% | 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 Attempt 3. 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 Attempt 3 was 22.99%, occurring on Sep 27, 2022. Recovery took 409 trading sessions.
The current Attempt 3 drawdown is 3.00%.
Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater | Related event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
-22.99%Sep 2022 | 1y 20d | 1y 7mo | 2y 8moSep 2021 - May 2024 | Bear market2022 |
-11.13%Apr 2025 | 19d | 1mo 12d | 2mo 1dMar 2025 - May 2025 | 2025 selloff2025 |
-9.65%Mar 2026 | 25d | — | 4mo 21dMar 2026 - now | — |
-7.22%Dec 2024 | 1mo 29d | 2mo 28d | 4mo 27dOct 2024 - Mar 2025 | — |
-4.30%Aug 2024 | 21d | 9d | 1moJul 2024 - Aug 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 5 assets, with an effective number of assets of 5.00, 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 | 1.41 | 1.38 | 1.36 | 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.
Attempt 3 correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.63 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.63 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.71 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Apr 29, 2021 | 0.71 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. SCHD has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.68, while PHYS has the lowest at 0.13.
Asset Correlations Table
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