Asset Allocation
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 401k tests, 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 Sep 27, 2011, corresponding to the inception date of VSIAX
Returns By Period
As of Apr 4, 2026, the 401k tests returned -0.86% Year-To-Date and 9.68% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.11% | -3.63% | -3.84% | -1.98% | 29.73% | 16.86% | 10.37% | 12.29% |
Portfolio 401k tests | 0.07% | -2.40% | -0.86% | 0.62% | 22.89% | 12.86% | 7.34% | 9.68% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VBTLX Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.10% | -1.02% | -0.18% | 0.60% | 3.23% | 3.41% | 0.21% | 1.63% |
VIMAX Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.39% | -3.13% | 0.32% | -1.01% | 25.69% | 13.03% | 6.86% | 10.84% |
VINIX Vanguard Institutional Index Fund Institutional Shares | 0.12% | -3.53% | -3.54% | -1.40% | 31.31% | 18.87% | 12.10% | 14.26% |
VSIAX Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.17% | -2.24% | 3.74% | 4.56% | 31.79% | 13.60% | 7.68% | 10.26% |
VTMGX Vanguard Developed Markets Index Fund Admiral Shares | -0.81% | -2.05% | 3.56% | 7.89% | 41.74% | 16.07% | 8.74% | 9.44% |
VFIUX Vanguard Intermediate-Term Treasury Fund Admiral Shares | 0.10% | -1.19% | -0.46% | 0.62% | 2.69% | 3.03% | 0.31% | 1.39% |
VAIPX Vanguard Inflation-Protected Securities Fund Admiral Shares | 0.35% | -0.56% | 0.57% | 0.62% | 2.90% | 3.06% | 1.38% | 2.56% |
VWNAX Vanguard Windsor II Fund Admiral Shares | 0.08% | -2.81% | -0.41% | 3.06% | 31.46% | 15.72% | 10.14% | 12.43% |
VSGAX Vanguard Small-Cap Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.78% | -1.82% | 1.92% | 1.78% | 36.01% | 13.11% | 2.50% | 10.70% |
VIGAX Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.09% | -4.72% | -9.31% | -7.99% | 32.92% | 21.66% | 11.69% | 16.18% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 28, 2011, 401k tests's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.83%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 7.0 years.
Historically, 71% of months were positive and 29% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +9.4%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -10.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, 401k tests closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +5.9%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -7.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.83% | 1.38% | -4.60% | 0.66% | -0.86% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 2.70% | -0.37% | -3.11% | 0.03% | 3.97% | 3.58% | 1.09% | 2.39% | 2.11% | 1.06% | 0.64% | 0.37% | 15.21% |
| 2024 | 0.02% | 2.94% | 2.72% | -3.62% | 3.64% | 1.33% | 2.64% | 1.76% | 1.62% | -1.69% | 4.29% | -2.93% | 13.08% |
| 2023 | 6.30% | -2.44% | 2.00% | 0.78% | -0.85% | 4.63% | 2.59% | -1.97% | -3.87% | -2.47% | 7.61% | 5.22% | 18.08% |
| 2022 | -4.44% | -1.50% | 0.88% | -6.64% | 0.34% | -6.83% | 7.26% | -3.64% | -8.25% | 5.55% | 5.56% | -4.15% | -16.06% |
| 2021 | -0.38% | 2.47% | 2.40% | 3.75% | 1.01% | 1.22% | 1.46% | 1.77% | -3.11% | 4.28% | -1.19% | 2.88% | 17.58% |
Benchmark Metrics
401k tests has an annualized alpha of 1.20%, beta of 0.68, and R² of 0.95 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 28, 2011.
- This portfolio participated in 75.52% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 71.77% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- Beta of 0.68 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
- 1.20%
- Beta
- 0.68
- R²
- 0.95
- Upside Capture
- 71.77%
- Downside Capture
- 75.52%
Expense Ratio
401k tests has an expense ratio of 0.08%, 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
401k tests ranks 41 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 | 1.15 | 0.88 | +0.27 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.69 | 1.37 | +0.32 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.25 | 1.21 | +0.04 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.67 | 1.39 | +0.28 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 7.64 | 6.43 | +1.20 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VBTLX Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund Admiral Shares | 32 | 0.90 | 1.30 | 1.16 | 1.38 | 3.83 |
VIMAX Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund Admiral Shares | 26 | 0.70 | 1.09 | 1.16 | 1.05 | 4.79 |
VINIX Vanguard Institutional Index Fund Institutional Shares | 47 | 0.96 | 1.47 | 1.22 | 1.51 | 7.12 |
VSIAX Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund Admiral Shares | 36 | 0.85 | 1.32 | 1.18 | 1.36 | 5.54 |
VTMGX Vanguard Developed Markets Index Fund Admiral Shares | 85 | 1.81 | 2.38 | 1.35 | 2.63 | 10.05 |
VFIUX Vanguard Intermediate-Term Treasury Fund Admiral Shares | 31 | 0.88 | 1.33 | 1.15 | 1.27 | 3.79 |
VAIPX Vanguard Inflation-Protected Securities Fund Admiral Shares | 25 | 0.81 | 1.13 | 1.15 | 1.09 | 3.28 |
VWNAX Vanguard Windsor II Fund Admiral Shares | 52 | 1.09 | 1.60 | 1.24 | 1.58 | 7.11 |
VSGAX Vanguard Small-Cap Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares | 38 | 0.83 | 1.31 | 1.17 | 1.53 | 6.04 |
VIGAX Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares | 29 | 0.77 | 1.27 | 1.18 | 1.13 | 3.90 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
401k tests provided a 3.56% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 3.56% | 3.54% | 3.72% | 2.84% | 3.44% | 3.21% | 2.80% | 3.08% | 3.33% | 2.49% | 2.94% | 2.69% |
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VBTLX Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund Admiral Shares | 3.60% | 3.87% | 3.69% | 3.10% | 2.59% | 1.96% | 2.39% | 2.74% | 2.57% | 2.56% | 2.53% | 2.82% |
VIMAX Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund Admiral Shares | 1.48% | 1.51% | 1.48% | 1.50% | 1.59% | 1.11% | 1.44% | 1.47% | 1.82% | 1.35% | 1.45% | 1.47% |
VINIX Vanguard Institutional Index Fund Institutional Shares | 2.77% | 2.10% | 3.64% | 2.65% | 3.38% | 4.77% | 3.06% | 2.85% | 2.43% | 1.82% | 2.36% | 2.45% |
VSIAX Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund Admiral Shares | 1.89% | 1.95% | 1.98% | 2.10% | 2.03% | 1.75% | 1.68% | 2.06% | 2.35% | 1.79% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
VTMGX Vanguard Developed Markets Index Fund Admiral Shares | 2.89% | 3.20% | 3.34% | 3.14% | 2.88% | 3.14% | 2.02% | 3.03% | 3.33% | 2.77% | 3.06% | 2.91% |
VFIUX Vanguard Intermediate-Term Treasury Fund Admiral Shares | 3.67% | 3.99% | 4.16% | 3.25% | 2.07% | 1.07% | 4.94% | 2.40% | 2.44% | 1.86% | 2.87% | 2.60% |
VAIPX Vanguard Inflation-Protected Securities Fund Admiral Shares | 4.45% | 4.74% | 4.17% | 4.31% | 8.45% | 5.13% | 1.38% | 2.29% | 3.12% | 2.41% | 3.49% | 0.88% |
VWNAX Vanguard Windsor II Fund Admiral Shares | 11.60% | 11.55% | 10.59% | 5.19% | 7.36% | 7.92% | 7.39% | 10.15% | 11.48% | 7.38% | 8.17% | 8.05% |
VSGAX Vanguard Small-Cap Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.51% | 0.54% | 0.54% | 0.67% | 0.55% | 0.36% | 0.44% | 0.57% | 0.79% | 0.81% | 1.08% | 0.98% |
VIGAX Vanguard Growth Index Fund Admiral Shares | 0.44% | 0.40% | 0.46% | 0.57% | 0.69% | 0.47% | 0.66% | 0.94% | 1.31% | 1.14% | 1.39% | 1.31% |
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 401k tests. 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 401k tests was 25.27%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 93 trading sessions.
The current 401k tests drawdown is 4.15%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -25.27% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 93 | Aug 4, 2020 | 116 |
| -21.74% | Nov 9, 2021 | 235 | Oct 14, 2022 | 330 | Feb 8, 2024 | 565 |
| -13.82% | Aug 30, 2018 | 80 | Dec 24, 2018 | 69 | Apr 4, 2019 | 149 |
| -12.16% | Feb 19, 2025 | 35 | Apr 8, 2025 | 39 | Jun 4, 2025 | 74 |
| -11.37% | May 22, 2015 | 183 | Feb 11, 2016 | 80 | Jun 7, 2016 | 263 |
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 8.33, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets indicates a moderate level of diversification, where some assets may have a more significant influence on overall performance.
Asset Correlations Table
| Benchmark | VAIPX | VBTLX | VFIUX | VTMGX | VIGAX | VSIAX | VSGAX | VIMAX | VWNAX | VINIX | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | -0.06 | -0.13 | -0.18 | 0.80 | 0.94 | 0.83 | 0.86 | 0.92 | 0.95 | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| VAIPX | -0.06 | 1.00 | 0.79 | 0.78 | 0.00 | -0.04 | -0.07 | -0.03 | -0.04 | -0.08 | -0.06 | 0.05 |
| VBTLX | -0.13 | 0.79 | 1.00 | 0.93 | -0.07 | -0.10 | -0.15 | -0.09 | -0.11 | -0.17 | -0.13 | -0.02 |
| VFIUX | -0.18 | 0.78 | 0.93 | 1.00 | -0.11 | -0.15 | -0.18 | -0.14 | -0.15 | -0.21 | -0.18 | -0.07 |
| VTMGX | 0.80 | 0.00 | -0.07 | -0.11 | 1.00 | 0.73 | 0.74 | 0.73 | 0.79 | 0.82 | 0.80 | 0.86 |
| VIGAX | 0.94 | -0.04 | -0.10 | -0.15 | 0.73 | 1.00 | 0.70 | 0.84 | 0.85 | 0.83 | 0.94 | 0.90 |
| VSIAX | 0.83 | -0.07 | -0.15 | -0.18 | 0.74 | 0.70 | 1.00 | 0.88 | 0.92 | 0.89 | 0.83 | 0.89 |
| VSGAX | 0.86 | -0.03 | -0.09 | -0.14 | 0.73 | 0.84 | 0.88 | 1.00 | 0.93 | 0.84 | 0.86 | 0.90 |
| VIMAX | 0.92 | -0.04 | -0.11 | -0.15 | 0.79 | 0.85 | 0.92 | 0.93 | 1.00 | 0.93 | 0.92 | 0.96 |
| VWNAX | 0.95 | -0.08 | -0.17 | -0.21 | 0.82 | 0.83 | 0.89 | 0.84 | 0.93 | 1.00 | 0.95 | 0.95 |
| VINIX | 1.00 | -0.06 | -0.13 | -0.18 | 0.80 | 0.94 | 0.83 | 0.86 | 0.92 | 0.95 | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| Portfolio | 0.97 | 0.05 | -0.02 | -0.07 | 0.86 | 0.90 | 0.89 | 0.90 | 0.96 | 0.95 | 0.97 | 1.00 |