Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | Large Cap Blend Equities | 30% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | Nasdaq-100 | 30% |
VTEB Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF | Municipal Bonds | 10% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | Emerging Markets Equities | 10% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | Foreign Large Cap Equities | 10% |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | Dividend | 10% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Wealthfront, 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 12, 2026, the Wealthfront returned 11.29% Year-To-Date and 14.69% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 1.75% | -0.09% | 8.02% | 7.15% | 22.78% | 19.45% | 11.73% | 13.53% |
Portfolio Wealthfront | 2.33% | 1.01% | 11.29% | 10.43% | 26.04% | 19.87% | 11.51% | 14.69% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 3.38% | 1.40% | 16.88% | 14.93% | 35.35% | 26.51% | 16.71% | 21.71% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 3.63% | 1.92% | 14.35% | 15.67% | 30.39% | 19.28% | 9.43% | 10.53% |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | 1.20% | 2.49% | 7.11% | 5.30% | 18.41% | 15.97% | 10.63% | 13.19% |
VTEB Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF | 0.16% | 0.72% | 1.52% | 1.89% | 6.79% | 3.47% | 0.82% | 2.06% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.75% | 0.42% | 9.00% | 7.83% | 24.47% | 20.67% | 12.08% | 14.93% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 2.39% | -0.49% | 9.93% | 10.69% | 23.70% | 16.63% | 4.87% | 8.88% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Aug 25, 2015, Wealthfront's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.20%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.8 years.
Historically, 69% of months were positive and 31% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +10.8%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -10.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, Wealthfront closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +8.8%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -10.4%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.19% | 0.39% | -5.28% | 10.25% | 5.77% | -1.78% | 11.29% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.41% | -0.90% | -4.42% | 0.38% | 5.85% | 4.86% | 1.37% | 2.10% | 3.98% | 2.60% | -0.14% | 0.12% | 19.32% |
| 2024 | 0.51% | 4.13% | 2.21% | -3.40% | 4.26% | 3.16% | 1.01% | 1.74% | 2.49% | -1.58% | 4.19% | -1.73% | 17.97% |
| 2023 | 7.57% | -2.32% | 4.70% | 0.90% | 1.50% | 5.57% | 3.40% | -2.32% | -4.29% | -2.34% | 8.98% | 4.85% | 28.31% |
| 2022 | -5.57% | -3.02% | 2.02% | -8.86% | -0.14% | -7.16% | 7.94% | -3.92% | -9.05% | 4.83% | 7.04% | -5.26% | -20.85% |
| 2021 | -0.04% | 1.30% | 2.47% | 4.27% | 0.49% | 2.70% | 1.21% | 2.61% | -4.31% | 5.50% | -0.63% | 2.71% | 19.50% |
Benchmark Metrics
Wealthfront has an annualized alpha of 2.08%, beta of 0.90, and R2 of 0.97 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since August 25, 2015.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (93.73%) than losses (87.40%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.08% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 0.90 and R2 of 0.97, 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
- 2.08%
- Beta
- 0.90
- R²
- 0.97
- Upside Capture
- 93.73%
- Downside Capture
- 87.40%
Expense Ratio
Wealthfront 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
Wealthfront ranks 69 for risk / return — better than 69% of Portfolios on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Wealthfront 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 | 2.08 | 1.85 | +0.23 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.83 | 2.52 | +0.31 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.38 | 1.34 | +0.04 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.04 | 2.52 | +0.52 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 13.29 | 11.31 | +1.98 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 74 | 2.07 | 2.70 | 1.36 | 2.97 | 11.09 |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 67 | 1.84 | 2.54 | 1.34 | 2.63 | 10.08 |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | 65 | 1.82 | 2.64 | 1.32 | 2.34 | 9.39 |
VTEB Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF | 79 | 2.53 | 3.74 | 1.55 | 2.52 | 8.90 |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 72 | 1.95 | 2.64 | 1.35 | 2.76 | 12.38 |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 52 | 1.44 | 2.03 | 1.27 | 2.13 | 7.51 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Wealthfront provided a 1.42% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.42% | 1.56% | 1.69% | 1.75% | 1.85% | 1.39% | 1.35% | 1.78% | 1.94% | 1.65% | 1.83% | 1.80% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.39% | 0.45% | 0.56% | 0.62% | 0.80% | 0.43% | 0.55% | 0.74% | 0.91% | 0.84% | 1.06% | 0.99% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 2.63% | 3.22% | 3.35% | 3.15% | 2.91% | 3.16% | 2.04% | 3.04% | 3.35% | 2.77% | 3.05% | 2.92% |
VIG Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF | 1.47% | 1.62% | 1.73% | 1.88% | 1.96% | 1.55% | 1.63% | 1.71% | 2.08% | 1.88% | 2.14% | 2.34% |
VTEB Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF | 3.35% | 3.29% | 3.14% | 2.79% | 2.09% | 1.64% | 1.99% | 2.30% | 2.25% | 1.96% | 1.66% | 0.58% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.03% | 1.12% | 1.27% | 1.44% | 1.66% | 1.21% | 1.42% | 1.78% | 2.04% | 1.71% | 1.92% | 1.98% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 2.45% | 2.79% | 3.20% | 3.52% | 4.11% | 2.63% | 1.91% | 3.23% | 2.88% | 2.30% | 2.52% | 3.26% |
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 Wealthfront. 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 Wealthfront was 29.51%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 76 trading sessions.
The current Wealthfront drawdown is 2.61%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -29.51%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 3mo 19d | 4mo 21dFeb 2020 - Jul 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -26.59%Oct 2022 | 9mo 20d | 1y 2mo | 1y 11moDec 2021 - Dec 2023 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -16.97%Dec 2018 | 3mo 26d | 3mo 10d | 7mo 6dAug 2018 - Apr 2019 |
2025 selloff2025 | -16.91%Apr 2025 | 1mo 18d | 1mo 29d | 3mo 17dFeb 2025 - Jun 2025 |
2016 correction2016 | -12.86%Feb 2016 | 3mo 9d | 3mo 28d | 7mo 7dNov 2015 - Jun 2016 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Diversification
Diversification Metrics
Number of Effective Assets
The portfolio contains 6 assets, with an effective number of assets of 4.55, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your capital is well-distributed across most of your holdings, with only mild concentration in a few names. True diversification also depends on the correlations between assets — check the diversification ratio below.
Diversification Ratio
1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.08 | 1.09 | 1.09 | 1.09 | 1.09 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.09, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
Wealthfront 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 Aug 25, 2015 | 0.97 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VTI has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.99, while VTEB has the lowest at 0.03.
Asset Correlations Table
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