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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Apex US Indexed 70/30, 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
As of Jun 18, 2026, the Apex US Indexed 70/30 returned 6.15% Year-To-Date and 12.11% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 1.08% | 2.00% | 9.57% | 10.71% | 25.41% | 19.37% | 12.48% | 13.67% |
Portfolio Apex US Indexed 70/30 | 0.84% | 1.83% | 6.15% | 6.74% | 18.26% | 15.90% | 9.48% | 12.11% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BIV Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond Index ETF | 0.29% | 1.43% | 0.01% | -0.13% | 4.44% | 4.47% | 0.21% | 1.91% |
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 0.27% | 1.57% | 0.65% | 0.54% | 4.73% | 4.05% | 0.04% | 1.60% |
BSV Vanguard Short-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares | 0.14% | 0.45% | 0.33% | 0.39% | 3.47% | 4.52% | 1.68% | 1.93% |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 1.32% | 0.03% | 4.05% | 5.38% | 21.75% | 22.88% | 14.43% | 18.65% |
VBK Vanguard Small-Cap Growth ETF | 1.84% | 7.29% | 18.15% | 18.64% | 32.71% | 16.94% | 5.58% | 11.88% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 0.62% | 5.45% | 13.21% | 12.18% | 27.70% | 15.68% | 9.37% | 10.72% |
VOE Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF | 0.02% | 2.46% | 11.03% | 11.11% | 23.69% | 15.08% | 9.72% | 10.60% |
VOT Vanguard Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 1.65% | 8.71% | 9.90% | 9.37% | 13.29% | 15.57% | 6.77% | 12.41% |
VTV Vanguard Value ETF | 0.19% | 4.55% | 13.98% | 14.65% | 27.80% | 17.73% | 12.66% | 12.66% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 11, 2009, Apex US Indexed 70/30's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.96%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 6.0 years.
Historically, 67% of months were positive and 33% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +10.4%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -9.4%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, Apex US Indexed 70/30 closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +6.9%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -7.9%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.33% | -0.21% | -3.98% | 7.53% | 3.84% | -1.10% | 6.15% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.25% | -1.51% | -4.37% | 0.08% | 4.60% | 4.18% | 1.68% | 1.67% | 2.75% | 2.02% | -0.12% | -0.17% | 13.48% |
| 2024 | 0.91% | 3.77% | 2.41% | -3.65% | 3.89% | 3.11% | 1.68% | 1.74% | 2.00% | -1.14% | 5.50% | -2.14% | 19.20% |
| 2023 | 6.75% | -2.05% | 3.95% | 0.87% | 1.51% | 4.82% | 2.55% | -1.41% | -4.08% | -2.13% | 8.19% | 4.76% | 25.49% |
| 2022 | -5.61% | -2.12% | 1.77% | -8.43% | -0.59% | -6.09% | 8.21% | -3.77% | -7.86% | 4.47% | 4.27% | -4.96% | -20.17% |
| 2021 | -0.52% | 1.26% | 1.59% | 4.54% | -0.20% | 3.00% | 1.84% | 2.24% | -3.66% | 5.26% | -0.72% | 1.99% | 17.57% |
Benchmark Metrics
Apex US Indexed 70/30 has an annualized alpha of 2.17%, beta of 0.73, and R2 of 0.96 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 11, 2009.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (77.42%) than losses (74.54%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.17% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 2.17%
- Beta
- 0.73
- R²
- 0.96
- Upside Capture
- 77.42%
- Downside Capture
- 74.54%
Expense Ratio
Apex US Indexed 70/30 has an expense ratio of 0.04%, 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
Apex US Indexed 70/30 ranks 32 for risk / return — below 32% of Portfolios on our site. The returns aren't fully compensating for the risk involved. This isn't necessarily a dealbreaker, but factor it into your decision — especially if you're risk-averse.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Apex US Indexed 70/30 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 | 1.86 | 2.05 | -0.19 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.60 | 2.77 | -0.17 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.34 | 1.37 | -0.03 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.51 | 2.81 | -0.30 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 10.49 | 12.55 | -2.06 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BIV Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond Index ETF | 30 | 1.11 | 1.65 | 1.19 | 1.40 | 3.95 |
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 37 | 1.27 | 1.91 | 1.22 | 1.77 | 5.10 |
BSV Vanguard Short-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares | 63 | 1.92 | 3.02 | 1.37 | 2.70 | 8.99 |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 35 | 1.35 | 1.86 | 1.24 | 1.33 | 4.37 |
VBK Vanguard Small-Cap Growth ETF | 54 | 1.64 | 2.27 | 1.28 | 2.87 | 10.76 |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 61 | 1.82 | 2.67 | 1.31 | 3.14 | 11.11 |
VOE Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF | 70 | 2.05 | 2.93 | 1.36 | 3.44 | 13.00 |
VOT Vanguard Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 21 | 0.79 | 1.20 | 1.14 | 0.84 | 2.49 |
VTV Vanguard Value ETF | 87 | 2.70 | 3.84 | 1.48 | 4.40 | 16.57 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Apex US Indexed 70/30 provided a 1.78% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.78% | 1.78% | 1.77% | 1.64% | 1.50% | 1.29% | 1.47% | 1.68% | 1.96% | 1.65% | 1.70% | 1.82% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BIV Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond Index ETF | 4.21% | 4.01% | 3.79% | 3.09% | 2.41% | 3.42% | 2.95% | 2.75% | 2.88% | 2.69% | 3.01% | 3.02% |
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.95% | 3.86% | 3.67% | 3.09% | 2.60% | 2.12% | 2.38% | 2.72% | 2.81% | 2.54% | 2.51% | 2.57% |
BSV Vanguard Short-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares | 3.99% | 3.83% | 3.38% | 2.46% | 1.50% | 1.45% | 1.79% | 2.29% | 1.99% | 1.65% | 1.48% | 1.40% |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 0.37% | 0.36% | 0.39% | 0.46% | 0.55% | 0.42% | 0.52% | 0.82% | 1.27% | 1.01% | 1.04% | 1.22% |
VBK Vanguard Small-Cap Growth ETF | 0.44% | 0.54% | 0.54% | 0.68% | 0.55% | 0.36% | 0.44% | 0.57% | 0.79% | 0.82% | 1.08% | 0.98% |
VBR Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF | 1.74% | 1.95% | 1.98% | 2.12% | 2.03% | 1.75% | 1.68% | 2.06% | 2.35% | 1.79% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
VOE Vanguard Mid-Cap Value ETF | 1.87% | 2.10% | 2.11% | 2.27% | 2.27% | 1.78% | 2.36% | 2.05% | 2.75% | 1.86% | 1.92% | 2.05% |
VOT Vanguard Mid-Cap Growth ETF | 0.60% | 0.64% | 0.67% | 0.71% | 0.78% | 0.34% | 0.56% | 0.78% | 0.84% | 0.72% | 0.81% | 0.81% |
VTV Vanguard Value ETF | 1.83% | 2.05% | 2.31% | 2.46% | 2.52% | 2.15% | 2.56% | 2.50% | 2.73% | 2.29% | 2.44% | 2.60% |
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 Apex US Indexed 70/30. 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 Apex US Indexed 70/30 was 25.05%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 76 trading sessions.
The current Apex US Indexed 70/30 drawdown is 2.12%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -25.05%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 3mo 19d | 4mo 21dFeb 2020 - Jul 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -24.21%Oct 2022 | 9mo 20d | 1y 3mo | 2y 22dDec 2021 - Jan 2024 |
2025 selloff2025 | -14.43%Apr 2025 | 4mo | 2mo 17d | 6mo 17dDec 2024 - Jun 2025 |
2011 correction2011 | -14.36%Oct 2011 | 2mo 27d | 4mo 1d | 6mo 28dJul 2011 - Feb 2012 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -14.11%Dec 2018 | 3mo 4d | 2mo 27d | 6mo 1dSep 2018 - Mar 2019 |
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 4.07, 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
1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.17 | 1.17 | 1.15 | 1.14 | 1.15 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.15, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
Apex US Indexed 70/30 correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.98 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.98 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.98 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.97 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Dec 11, 2009 | 0.97 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. SCHG has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.95, while BIV has the lowest at -0.12.
Asset Correlations Table
| BSV | BND | BIV | SCHG | VTV | VBK | VBR | VOT | VOE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSV | 1.00 | 0.81 | 0.84 | -0.08 | -0.12 | -0.07 | -0.11 | -0.06 | -0.10 |
| BND | 0.81 | 1.00 | 0.94 | -0.07 | -0.13 | -0.06 | -0.11 | -0.05 | -0.11 |
| BIV | 0.84 | 0.94 | 1.00 | -0.09 | -0.15 | -0.08 | -0.14 | -0.08 | -0.13 |
| SCHG | -0.08 | -0.07 | -0.09 | 1.00 | 0.74 | 0.86 | 0.73 | 0.91 | 0.74 |
| VTV | -0.12 | -0.13 | -0.15 | 0.74 | 1.00 | 0.78 | 0.89 | 0.79 | 0.94 |
| VBK | -0.07 | -0.06 | -0.08 | 0.86 | 0.78 | 1.00 | 0.88 | 0.95 | 0.84 |
| VBR | -0.11 | -0.11 | -0.14 | 0.73 | 0.89 | 0.88 | 1.00 | 0.83 | 0.95 |
| VOT | -0.06 | -0.05 | -0.08 | 0.91 | 0.79 | 0.95 | 0.83 | 1.00 | 0.83 |
| VOE | -0.10 | -0.11 | -0.13 | 0.74 | 0.94 | 0.84 | 0.95 | 0.83 | 1.00 |
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