Asset Allocation
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Simple Path - SA, 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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The earliest data available for this chart is Jun 17, 2011, corresponding to the inception date of FLOT
Returns By Period
As of Apr 2, 2026, the Simple Path - SA returned -1.49% Year-To-Date and 8.90% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.11% | -3.43% | -3.84% | -1.98% | 16.08% | 16.86% | 10.37% | 12.29% |
Portfolio Simple Path - SA | 0.06% | -2.09% | -1.49% | -0.21% | 10.05% | 11.32% | 6.97% | 8.90% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 0.22% | -0.98% | 0.31% | 0.85% | 4.27% | 3.53% | 0.30% | 1.70% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.11% | -2.64% | -4.65% | -3.18% | 23.45% | 22.97% | 13.18% | 19.05% |
FLOT iShares Floating Rate Bond ETF | 0.08% | 0.25% | 0.82% | 1.94% | 4.49% | 5.83% | 4.02% | 2.96% |
ITOT iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF | 0.16% | -3.24% | -3.15% | -1.32% | 17.82% | 18.06% | 10.65% | 13.71% |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | -0.24% | -0.83% | -5.03% | -3.74% | -11.23% | 15.44% | 13.08% | 12.79% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 1.11% | -7.54% | -22.60% | -27.29% | -1.52% | 10.00% | 9.94% | 22.58% |
MCD McDonald's Corporation | -0.05% | -7.54% | 1.06% | 3.61% | 0.86% | 5.27% | 8.85% | 11.85% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | -1.92% | -8.27% | 8.35% | 21.03% | 49.02% | 32.51% | 21.53% | 13.97% |
WOOD iShares Global Timber & Forestry ETF | -0.93% | -5.75% | -2.06% | -2.98% | -4.93% | 1.48% | -2.26% | 6.24% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 20, 2011, Simple Path - SA's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is +0.70%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 8.3 years.
Historically, 72% of months were positive and 28% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +7.5%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -6.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, Simple Path - SA closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 13, 2020 with a return of +6.2%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -7.6%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.76% | 0.71% | -3.28% | 0.38% | -1.49% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 1.62% | 0.23% | -1.88% | 0.35% | 2.81% | 2.52% | 0.95% | 1.60% | 2.03% | 1.03% | 0.53% | -0.02% | 12.33% |
| 2024 | 0.69% | 2.20% | 1.76% | -2.57% | 2.74% | 1.75% | 1.48% | 1.72% | 1.70% | -1.18% | 2.94% | -1.47% | 12.22% |
| 2023 | 4.36% | -1.52% | 3.05% | 1.24% | 0.72% | 3.02% | 1.67% | -0.90% | -2.75% | -0.92% | 5.77% | 3.27% | 17.98% |
| 2022 | -3.19% | -1.36% | 0.96% | -5.15% | -0.26% | -4.55% | 5.21% | -2.81% | -5.72% | 3.17% | 4.03% | -2.93% | -12.55% |
| 2021 | -0.33% | 0.55% | 1.31% | 3.02% | 0.41% | 1.22% | 1.45% | 1.37% | -2.50% | 3.20% | -0.25% | 1.97% | 11.90% |
Benchmark Metrics
Simple Path - SA has an annualized alpha of 2.45%, beta of 0.48, and R² of 0.93 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 20, 2011.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (52.14%) than losses (49.35%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.45% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.48 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
- 2.45%
- Beta
- 0.48
- R²
- 0.93
- Upside Capture
- 52.14%
- Downside Capture
- 49.35%
Expense Ratio
Simple Path - SA has an expense ratio of 0.11%, 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
Simple Path - SA ranks 46 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
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.14 | 0.88 | +0.26 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.72 | 1.37 | +0.35 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.26 | 1.21 | +0.05 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.69 | 1.39 | +0.30 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 7.65 | 6.43 | +1.22 |
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.
| Risk / Return Rank | Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Martin ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 48 | 1.00 | 1.42 | 1.18 | 1.71 | 4.64 |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 59 | 1.04 | 1.62 | 1.23 | 1.93 | 7.00 |
FLOT iShares Floating Rate Bond ETF | 92 | 2.12 | 2.66 | 1.96 | 2.88 | 22.40 |
ITOT iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF | 54 | 0.96 | 1.47 | 1.22 | 1.52 | 7.10 |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 15 | -0.62 | -0.73 | 0.90 | -0.70 | -1.19 |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 35 | -0.06 | 0.11 | 1.01 | -0.05 | -0.12 |
MCD McDonald's Corporation | 37 | 0.05 | 0.19 | 1.02 | 0.02 | 0.04 |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 80 | 1.77 | 2.19 | 1.32 | 2.57 | 9.28 |
WOOD iShares Global Timber & Forestry ETF | 7 | -0.24 | -0.20 | 0.98 | -0.24 | -0.67 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Simple Path - SA provided a 2.65% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.65% | 2.66% | 2.89% | 2.75% | 1.82% | 1.09% | 1.44% | 2.08% | 2.14% | 1.66% | 1.64% | 1.60% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.92% | 3.86% | 3.67% | 3.09% | 2.60% | 2.12% | 2.38% | 2.72% | 2.81% | 2.54% | 2.51% | 2.57% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.48% | 0.45% | 0.56% | 0.62% | 0.80% | 0.43% | 0.55% | 0.74% | 0.91% | 0.84% | 1.06% | 0.99% |
FLOT iShares Floating Rate Bond ETF | 4.68% | 4.84% | 5.82% | 5.66% | 2.06% | 0.43% | 1.25% | 2.78% | 2.41% | 1.46% | 0.97% | 0.53% |
ITOT iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF | 1.12% | 1.11% | 1.23% | 1.47% | 1.66% | 1.18% | 1.41% | 1.88% | 2.14% | 1.69% | 1.83% | 2.01% |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 0.93% | 0.70% | 0.73% | 0.74% | 1.06% | 0.68% | 0.94% | 1.20% | 1.69% | 1.86% | 2.37% | 2.33% |
MCD McDonald's Corporation | 2.36% | 2.35% | 2.34% | 2.10% | 2.15% | 1.96% | 2.35% | 2.39% | 2.36% | 2.23% | 2.97% | 2.91% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
WOOD iShares Global Timber & Forestry ETF | 2.56% | 2.51% | 2.09% | 1.64% | 2.26% | 1.24% | 0.98% | 1.85% | 2.82% | 1.19% | 1.65% | 2.04% |
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 Simple Path - SA. 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 Simple Path - SA was 18.90%, occurring on Mar 20, 2020. Recovery took 54 trading sessions.
The current Simple Path - SA drawdown is 3.31%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -18.9% | Feb 20, 2020 | 22 | Mar 20, 2020 | 54 | Jun 8, 2020 | 76 |
| -16.63% | Dec 28, 2021 | 202 | Oct 14, 2022 | 284 | Dec 1, 2023 | 486 |
| -8.53% | Sep 24, 2018 | 64 | Dec 24, 2018 | 52 | Mar 12, 2019 | 116 |
| -8.26% | Feb 20, 2025 | 34 | Apr 8, 2025 | 26 | May 15, 2025 | 60 |
| -7.18% | Jul 25, 2011 | 50 | Oct 3, 2011 | 69 | Jan 11, 2012 | 119 |
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 9 assets, with an effective number of assets of 4.95, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets suggests a highly concentrated portfolio, where a few assets dominate the allocation, potentially increasing the portfolio's risk due to lack of diversification.
Asset Correlations Table
| Benchmark | GLD | BND | FLOT | MCD | BRK-B | MSFT | WOOD | QQQ | ITOT | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.03 | -0.08 | 0.13 | 0.46 | 0.68 | 0.71 | 0.70 | 0.90 | 0.99 | 0.96 |
| GLD | 0.03 | 1.00 | 0.31 | 0.05 | 0.01 | -0.04 | 0.02 | 0.11 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.14 |
| BND | -0.08 | 0.31 | 1.00 | 0.03 | 0.01 | -0.15 | -0.03 | -0.04 | -0.04 | -0.07 | 0.09 |
| FLOT | 0.13 | 0.05 | 0.03 | 1.00 | 0.06 | 0.09 | 0.07 | 0.10 | 0.12 | 0.14 | 0.16 |
| MCD | 0.46 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.06 | 1.00 | 0.43 | 0.34 | 0.37 | 0.38 | 0.45 | 0.49 |
| BRK-B | 0.68 | -0.04 | -0.15 | 0.09 | 0.43 | 1.00 | 0.41 | 0.56 | 0.50 | 0.67 | 0.64 |
| MSFT | 0.71 | 0.02 | -0.03 | 0.07 | 0.34 | 0.41 | 1.00 | 0.43 | 0.78 | 0.69 | 0.75 |
| WOOD | 0.70 | 0.11 | -0.04 | 0.10 | 0.37 | 0.56 | 0.43 | 1.00 | 0.58 | 0.71 | 0.71 |
| QQQ | 0.90 | 0.03 | -0.04 | 0.12 | 0.38 | 0.50 | 0.78 | 0.58 | 1.00 | 0.89 | 0.92 |
| ITOT | 0.99 | 0.03 | -0.07 | 0.14 | 0.45 | 0.67 | 0.69 | 0.71 | 0.89 | 1.00 | 0.96 |
| Portfolio | 0.96 | 0.14 | 0.09 | 0.16 | 0.49 | 0.64 | 0.75 | 0.71 | 0.92 | 0.96 | 1.00 |