Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | Gold, Precious Metals | 20% |
IWM iShares Russell 2000 ETF | Small Cap Blend Equities | 20% |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 20% |
XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF | Energy Equities | 20% |
XLV State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF | Health & Biotech Equities | 20% |
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Fake Alpha, 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 never rebalanced.
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The earliest data available for this chart is Dec 11, 2009, corresponding to the inception date of SCHG
Returns By Period
As of Apr 2, 2026, the Fake Alpha returned -0.43% Year-To-Date and 12.65% 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 Fake Alpha | -0.20% | -3.70% | -0.43% | 3.67% | 19.65% | 16.46% | 11.10% | 12.65% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 0.03% | -3.86% | -9.70% | -8.38% | 16.03% | 22.25% | 12.77% | 17.00% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | -1.92% | -8.27% | 8.35% | 21.03% | 49.02% | 32.51% | 21.53% | 13.97% |
XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF | 0.47% | 5.52% | 33.39% | 36.01% | 29.93% | 14.70% | 23.16% | 11.36% |
XLV State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF | -0.62% | -5.95% | -4.77% | 3.39% | 3.55% | 5.64% | 6.45% | 9.60% |
IWM iShares Russell 2000 ETF | 0.69% | -2.89% | 2.27% | 3.51% | 25.33% | 13.42% | 3.61% | 10.00% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 14, 2009, Fake Alpha's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.99%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 5.9 years.
Historically, 66% of months were positive and 34% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +14.0%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -12.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, Fake Alpha closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +8.6%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -10.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.97% | 1.50% | -4.89% | 0.17% | -0.43% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 3.66% | -1.68% | -3.44% | -1.75% | 2.84% | 4.36% | 1.20% | 3.65% | 4.04% | 3.22% | 2.24% | -0.38% | 19.05% |
| 2024 | 0.77% | 4.74% | 3.82% | -3.85% | 3.78% | 2.60% | 2.79% | 1.55% | 0.77% | -1.12% | 5.32% | -4.04% | 17.93% |
| 2023 | 5.00% | -3.43% | 2.73% | 1.39% | -0.75% | 5.54% | 3.74% | -1.40% | -3.78% | -2.82% | 6.99% | 4.98% | 18.86% |
| 2022 | -5.92% | -0.32% | 4.39% | -8.16% | 1.03% | -7.11% | 7.81% | -3.62% | -7.22% | 9.21% | 3.83% | -4.41% | -11.82% |
| 2021 | 1.15% | 1.81% | 2.00% | 4.36% | 1.04% | 2.84% | 1.16% | 2.36% | -3.76% | 6.33% | -2.10% | 3.85% | 22.70% |
Benchmark Metrics
Fake Alpha has an annualized alpha of 1.21%, beta of 0.89, and R² of 0.92 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 14, 2009.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (91.34%) than losses (89.50%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- With beta of 0.89 and R² of 0.92, 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
- 1.21%
- Beta
- 0.89
- R²
- 0.92
- Upside Capture
- 91.34%
- Downside Capture
- 89.50%
Expense Ratio
Fake Alpha has an expense ratio of 0.16%, 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
Fake Alpha ranks 52 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 | 1.19 | 0.88 | +0.31 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.75 | 1.37 | +0.38 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.26 | 1.21 | +0.06 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.80 | 1.39 | +0.41 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.37 | 6.43 | +1.93 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 35 | 0.72 | 1.19 | 1.17 | 1.04 | 3.47 |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 80 | 1.77 | 2.19 | 1.32 | 2.57 | 9.28 |
XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF | 54 | 1.19 | 1.58 | 1.23 | 1.60 | 4.21 |
XLV State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF | 16 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 1.05 | 0.39 | 0.83 |
IWM iShares Russell 2000 ETF | 60 | 1.10 | 1.64 | 1.21 | 1.99 | 7.27 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Fake Alpha provided a 1.13% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.13% | 1.25% | 1.31% | 1.39% | 1.44% | 1.38% | 1.74% | 2.19% | 1.56% | 1.36% | 1.26% | 1.52% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 0.43% | 0.36% | 0.39% | 0.46% | 0.55% | 0.42% | 0.52% | 0.82% | 1.27% | 1.01% | 1.04% | 1.22% |
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% |
XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF | 2.52% | 3.28% | 3.36% | 3.55% | 3.68% | 4.21% | 5.62% | 6.72% | 3.54% | 3.03% | 2.26% | 3.39% |
XLV State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF | 1.71% | 1.60% | 1.67% | 1.59% | 1.47% | 1.33% | 1.49% | 2.17% | 1.57% | 1.47% | 1.60% | 1.43% |
IWM iShares Russell 2000 ETF | 1.01% | 1.04% | 1.15% | 1.35% | 1.48% | 0.94% | 1.04% | 1.26% | 1.40% | 1.26% | 1.38% | 1.54% |
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 Fake Alpha. 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 Fake Alpha was 32.39%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 92 trading sessions.
The current Fake Alpha drawdown is 5.04%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -32.39% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 92 | Aug 3, 2020 | 115 |
| -19.5% | Nov 9, 2021 | 221 | Sep 26, 2022 | 211 | Jul 31, 2023 | 432 |
| -19.21% | Oct 2, 2018 | 58 | Dec 24, 2018 | 213 | Oct 29, 2019 | 271 |
| -18.17% | Jun 24, 2015 | 161 | Feb 11, 2016 | 128 | Aug 15, 2016 | 289 |
| -17.43% | Jul 25, 2011 | 50 | Oct 3, 2011 | 85 | Feb 3, 2012 | 135 |
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 5 assets, with an effective number of assets of 5.00, 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 | XLE | XLV | IWM | SCHG | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.05 | 0.59 | 0.73 | 0.84 | 0.95 | 0.94 |
| GLD | 0.05 | 1.00 | 0.11 | 0.04 | 0.06 | 0.05 | 0.20 |
| XLE | 0.59 | 0.11 | 1.00 | 0.41 | 0.60 | 0.47 | 0.67 |
| XLV | 0.73 | 0.04 | 0.41 | 1.00 | 0.62 | 0.67 | 0.77 |
| IWM | 0.84 | 0.06 | 0.60 | 0.62 | 1.00 | 0.79 | 0.89 |
| SCHG | 0.95 | 0.05 | 0.47 | 0.67 | 0.79 | 1.00 | 0.89 |
| Portfolio | 0.94 | 0.20 | 0.67 | 0.77 | 0.89 | 0.89 | 1.00 |