Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | Technology | 25% |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | Financial Services | 20% |
VT Vanguard Total World Stock ETF | Global Equities | 20% |
ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF | Aerospace & Defense, Industrials Equities | 15% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | Gold, Precious Metals | 10% |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | Materials | 10% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in AI , 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 13, 2026, the AI returned -0.19% Year-To-Date and 18.06% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.50% | 0.31% | 8.56% | 8.85% | 24.33% | 19.37% | 11.84% | 13.61% |
Portfolio AI | 0.30% | -0.48% | -0.19% | 0.89% | 15.17% | 19.71% | 14.43% | 18.06% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 0.71% | 1.36% | -2.67% | -2.06% | 0.35% | 13.30% | 11.27% | 13.22% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 0.06% | -9.52% | -2.47% | -2.25% | 22.21% | 28.89% | 17.08% | 12.15% |
ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF | -0.95% | 4.16% | 8.97% | 11.71% | 30.42% | 27.30% | 16.86% | 15.34% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 0.10% | -7.19% | -18.85% | -17.98% | -17.07% | 6.16% | 9.56% | 24.39% |
VT Vanguard Total World Stock ETF | 0.44% | 0.17% | 11.06% | 11.82% | 27.43% | 19.71% | 10.65% | 12.93% |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | 1.77% | -0.44% | 16.32% | 18.13% | 85.07% | 35.23% | 21.78% | 19.60% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 26, 2008, AI 's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.11%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.2 years.
Historically, 65% of months were positive and 35% were negative. The best month was Apr 2009 with a return of +11.7%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -18.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, AI closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 13, 2008 with a return of +10.7%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -11.0%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.90% | 1.24% | -7.52% | 5.02% | 5.33% | -4.49% | -0.19% | ||||||
| 2025 | 3.21% | 0.67% | -0.70% | 2.43% | 6.88% | 4.74% | 2.95% | 2.49% | 4.82% | 0.59% | 0.12% | 0.97% | 33.06% |
| 2024 | 1.91% | 3.94% | 3.57% | -3.81% | 5.23% | 0.58% | 2.88% | 2.34% | 1.82% | -2.36% | 4.98% | -4.86% | 16.76% |
| 2023 | 4.95% | -1.53% | 5.01% | 2.45% | -0.56% | 5.46% | 2.01% | -1.32% | -3.90% | 1.41% | 8.71% | 2.56% | 27.51% |
| 2022 | -2.95% | 3.93% | 5.03% | -7.92% | -1.67% | -8.12% | 7.28% | -4.23% | -8.79% | 7.17% | 8.35% | -3.39% | -7.35% |
| 2021 | -0.86% | 3.24% | 4.71% | 4.91% | 3.92% | -0.07% | 1.93% | 2.12% | -4.54% | 7.10% | -2.72% | 4.66% | 26.51% |
Benchmark Metrics
AI has an annualized alpha of 3.72%, beta of 0.90, and R2 of 0.87 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 26, 2008.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (98.03%) than losses (85.41%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 3.72% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 0.90 and R2 of 0.87, 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
- 3.72%
- Beta
- 0.90
- R²
- 0.87
- Upside Capture
- 98.03%
- Downside Capture
- 85.41%
Expense Ratio
AI has an expense ratio of 0.14%, 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
AI ranks 15 for risk / return — in the bottom 15% of Portfolios on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for AI 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 | 1.15 | 1.86 | -0.72 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.64 | 2.53 | -0.89 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.21 | 1.34 | -0.13 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.12 | 2.53 | -1.41 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 3.72 | 11.37 | -7.65 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 38 | -0.02 | 0.08 | 1.01 | -0.02 | -0.05 |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 26 | 0.87 | 1.24 | 1.18 | 0.98 | 2.81 |
ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF | 43 | 1.43 | 2.11 | 1.25 | 1.97 | 5.20 |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 17 | -0.70 | -0.84 | 0.89 | -0.53 | -1.08 |
VT Vanguard Total World Stock ETF | 65 | 1.94 | 2.67 | 1.35 | 2.68 | 11.67 |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | 73 | 2.41 | 2.86 | 1.37 | 3.84 | 9.58 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
AI provided a 0.65% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 0.65% | 0.66% | 0.77% | 0.84% | 1.01% | 0.73% | 0.83% | 1.24% | 1.32% | 1.14% | 1.33% | 1.49% |
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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% |
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% |
ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF | 0.46% | 0.55% | 0.85% | 0.93% | 0.95% | 0.82% | 1.07% | 1.54% | 1.13% | 0.91% | 1.07% | 1.04% |
MSFT Microsoft Corporation | 0.91% | 0.70% | 0.73% | 0.74% | 1.06% | 0.68% | 0.94% | 1.20% | 1.69% | 1.86% | 2.37% | 2.33% |
VT Vanguard Total World Stock ETF | 1.61% | 1.82% | 1.95% | 2.08% | 2.20% | 1.82% | 1.66% | 2.32% | 2.53% | 2.11% | 2.39% | 2.45% |
XME SPDR S&P Metals & Mining ETF | 0.32% | 0.38% | 0.65% | 1.00% | 1.64% | 0.70% | 0.99% | 2.43% | 2.23% | 1.15% | 1.02% | 2.61% |
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 AI . 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 AI was 45.76%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 246 trading sessions.
The current AI drawdown is 5.63%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -45.76%Mar 2009 | 8mo 16d | 11mo 27d | 1y 8moJun 2008 - Mar 2010 |
COVID crash2020 | -31.57%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 4mo 16d | 5mo 18dFeb 2020 - Aug 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -23.02%Sep 2022 | 6mo 3d | 8mo 18d | 1y 2moMar 2022 - Jun 2023 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -16.65%Dec 2018 | 3mo 1d | 3mo 25d | 6mo 26dSep 2018 - Apr 2019 |
2011 correction2011 | -16.24%Oct 2011 | 5mo 7d | 4mo 1d | 9mo 8dApr 2011 - Feb 2012 |
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 6 assets, with an effective number of assets of 5.41, 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 | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.68 | 1.48 | 1.37 | 1.29 | 1.29 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.29, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
AI correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.78 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.84 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.88 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.90 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 26, 2008 | 0.90 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VT has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.95, while GLD has the lowest at 0.06.
Asset Correlations Table
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