Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
QQQM Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF | Nasdaq-100 | 60% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | Dividend | 20% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | Global Equities | 10% |
AVUV Avantis US Small Cap Value ETF | Small Cap Value Equities | 10% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in qqq+schd+vxus+avuv, 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 | 1.08% | 2.00% | 9.57% | 10.71% | 25.41% | 19.37% | 12.48% | 13.67% |
Portfolio qqq+schd+vxus+avuv | 1.66% | 4.23% | 20.38% | 21.03% | 37.53% | 23.22% | 15.10% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
AVUV Avantis US Small Cap Value ETF | 1.01% | 4.50% | 20.38% | 18.29% | 38.83% | 18.84% | 12.68% | — |
QQQM Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF | 2.34% | 5.43% | 20.57% | 21.76% | 40.56% | 27.05% | 17.43% | — |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | -0.22% | -0.75% | 17.13% | 16.92% | 24.22% | 13.38% | 9.07% | 12.48% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 1.17% | 5.27% | 15.66% | 17.58% | 32.98% | 18.62% | 9.33% | 10.00% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 13, 2020, qqq+schd+vxus+avuv's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.45%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.0 years.
Historically, 71% of months were positive and 29% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +12.3%, while the worst month was Apr 2022 at -10.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, qqq+schd+vxus+avuv closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +9.9%, 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 | 3.76% | 0.88% | -4.29% | 12.01% | 7.18% | 0.08% | 20.38% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.19% | -1.45% | -5.26% | -0.91% | 6.99% | 5.16% | 1.50% | 2.85% | 3.30% | 2.46% | 0.01% | 0.06% | 17.61% |
| 2024 | 0.66% | 4.07% | 2.55% | -4.34% | 5.18% | 3.41% | 1.62% | 1.01% | 2.00% | -1.04% | 5.27% | -2.16% | 19.29% |
| 2023 | 8.68% | -1.39% | 5.13% | 0.18% | 3.21% | 6.40% | 4.42% | -2.05% | -4.54% | -2.85% | 9.45% | 6.35% | 36.83% |
| 2022 | -6.36% | -3.04% | 3.35% | -10.13% | 0.56% | -9.12% | 9.81% | -4.28% | -9.86% | 6.55% | 6.55% | -6.92% | -22.83% |
| 2021 | 0.57% | 2.96% | 3.62% | 4.45% | 0.69% | 3.41% | 1.36% | 3.39% | -4.50% | 6.33% | 0.19% | 2.83% | 27.93% |
Benchmark Metrics
qqq+schd+vxus+avuv has an annualized alpha of 2.11%, beta of 1.07, and R2 of 0.96 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 13, 2020.
- This portfolio captured 109.70% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 97.56% of its losses - a favorable profile for investors.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.11% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 1.07 and R2 of 0.96, this portfolio moves broadly in line with S&P 500 Index - much of its variation is explained by market exposure rather than independent behavior.
- Alpha
- 2.11%
- Beta
- 1.07
- R²
- 0.96
- Upside Capture
- 109.70%
- Downside Capture
- 97.56%
Expense Ratio
qqq+schd+vxus+avuv has an expense ratio of 0.13%, 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
qqq+schd+vxus+avuv ranks 83 for risk / return — in the top 83% of Portfolios on our site. This means strong returns relative to risk — exactly what professional investors look for. Well-suited for investors who want to maximize return per unit of risk.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for qqq+schd+vxus+avuv 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 | 2.74 | 2.05 | +0.70 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.62 | 2.77 | +0.85 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.50 | 1.37 | +0.13 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 4.98 | 2.81 | +2.18 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 20.93 | 12.55 | +8.37 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AVUV Avantis US Small Cap Value ETF | 78 | 2.21 | 3.15 | 1.38 | 4.91 | 14.56 |
QQQM Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF | 74 | 2.33 | 3.02 | 1.41 | 3.41 | 12.66 |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 79 | 2.20 | 3.36 | 1.39 | 5.27 | 12.86 |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 66 | 2.06 | 2.81 | 1.38 | 2.94 | 11.32 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
qqq+schd+vxus+avuv provided a 1.38% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.38% | 1.54% | 1.59% | 1.58% | 1.66% | 1.23% | 1.06% | 0.94% | 0.93% | 0.80% | 0.87% | 0.88% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
AVUV Avantis US Small Cap Value ETF | 1.64% | 1.58% | 1.61% | 1.65% | 1.74% | 1.28% | 1.21% | 0.38% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
QQQM Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF | 0.42% | 0.50% | 0.61% | 0.65% | 0.83% | 0.40% | 0.16% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 3.31% | 3.82% | 3.64% | 3.49% | 3.39% | 2.78% | 3.16% | 2.98% | 3.06% | 2.63% | 2.89% | 2.97% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 3.08% | 3.18% | 3.37% | 3.24% | 3.09% | 3.10% | 2.14% | 3.06% | 3.18% | 2.73% | 2.93% | 2.83% |
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 qqq+schd+vxus+avuv. 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 qqq+schd+vxus+avuv was 27.94%, occurring on Oct 14, 2022. Recovery took 290 trading sessions.
The current qqq+schd+vxus+avuv drawdown is 2.46%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -27.94%Oct 2022 | 9mo 20d | 1y 1mo | 1y 11moDec 2021 - Dec 2023 |
2025 selloff2025 | -19.60%Apr 2025 | 1mo 18d | 2mo 19d | 4mo 7dFeb 2025 - Jun 2025 |
2024 pullback2024 | -9.61%Aug 2024 | 21d | 1mo 20d | 2mo 11dJul 2024 - Sep 2024 |
2026 pullback2026 | -7.57%Mar 2026 | 1mo 2d | 14d | 1mo 16dFeb 2026 - Apr 2026 |
2020 pullback2020 | -7.40%Oct 2020 | 17d | 10d | 27dOct 2020 - Nov 2020 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Diversification
Diversification Metrics
Number of Effective Assets
The portfolio contains 4 assets, with an effective number of assets of 2.38, 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 | 1.18 | 1.12 | 1.10 | 1.11 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.11, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
qqq+schd+vxus+avuv correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.96 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.97 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.98 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Oct 13, 2020 | 0.98 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. QQQM has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.93, while SCHD has the lowest at 0.70.
Asset Correlations Table
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