Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | Gold, Precious Metals | 50% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | S&P 500 | 50% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in VOO 50/50, 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 9, 2026, the VOO 50/50 returned 5.10% Year-To-Date and 14.60% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.30% | 0.09% | 8.18% | 8.17% | 23.42% | 19.88% | 11.91% | 13.45% |
Portfolio VOO 50/50 | 0.25% | -3.85% | 5.10% | 6.65% | 28.63% | 26.24% | 16.01% | 14.60% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 0.26% | -8.41% | 0.24% | 3.07% | 30.18% | 29.71% | 17.55% | 12.56% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 0.25% | 0.24% | 8.72% | 8.77% | 24.91% | 21.45% | 13.49% | 15.35% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 9, 2010, VOO 50/50's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.99%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.9 years.
Historically, 64% of months were positive and 36% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +10.1%, while the worst month was Sep 2011 at -9.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, VOO 50/50 closed higher 57% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +6.8%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -6.5%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6.86% | 4.20% | -8.35% | 4.48% | 2.05% | -3.41% | 5.10% | ||||||
| 2025 | 4.75% | 0.32% | 2.17% | 2.32% | 3.00% | 2.79% | 0.83% | 3.52% | 7.66% | 2.98% | 2.81% | 1.16% | 39.98% |
| 2024 | 0.09% | 2.87% | 5.89% | -0.49% | 3.25% | 1.67% | 3.27% | 2.24% | 3.69% | 1.66% | 1.29% | -1.87% | 25.99% |
| 2023 | 6.02% | -3.93% | 5.80% | 1.23% | -0.42% | 2.23% | 2.79% | -1.45% | -4.75% | 2.58% | 5.71% | 2.91% | 19.56% |
| 2022 | -3.45% | 1.68% | 2.41% | -5.40% | -1.58% | -4.83% | 3.30% | -3.57% | -6.18% | 3.13% | 6.94% | -1.52% | -9.59% |
| 2021 | -2.12% | -1.69% | 1.93% | 4.42% | 4.16% | -2.59% | 2.49% | 1.43% | -3.92% | 4.22% | -0.71% | 3.95% | 11.65% |
Benchmark Metrics
VOO 50/50 has an annualized alpha of 5.20%, beta of 0.51, and R2 of 0.52 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 09, 2010.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (60.95%) than losses (46.31%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 5.20% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.51 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
- 5.20%
- Beta
- 0.51
- R²
- 0.52
- Upside Capture
- 60.95%
- Downside Capture
- 46.31%
Expense Ratio
VOO 50/50 has an expense ratio of 0.22%, 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
VOO 50/50 ranks 28 for risk / return — below 28% of Portfolios on our site. The returns aren't fully compensating for the risk involved. This isn't necessarily a dealbreaker, but factor it into your decision — especially if you're risk-averse.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for VOO 50/50 and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.75 | 1.94 | -0.18 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.21 | 2.63 | -0.41 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.35 | 1.35 | -0.01 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.11 | 2.59 | -0.48 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 7.06 | 11.84 | -4.78 |
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.
| Position | Risk / Return Rank | Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Martin ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 33 | 1.13 | 1.51 | 1.23 | 1.51 | 3.78 |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 69 | 2.08 | 2.80 | 1.38 | 2.81 | 12.97 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
VOO 50/50 provided a 0.52% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 0.52% | 0.56% | 0.62% | 0.73% | 0.85% | 0.62% | 0.77% | 0.94% | 1.03% | 0.89% | 1.01% | 1.05% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
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% |
VOO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 1.05% | 1.13% | 1.24% | 1.46% | 1.69% | 1.25% | 1.54% | 1.88% | 2.06% | 1.78% | 2.02% | 2.10% |
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 VOO 50/50. 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 VOO 50/50 was 19.94%, occurring on Mar 20, 2020. Recovery took 53 trading sessions.
The current VOO 50/50 drawdown is 7.36%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -19.94%Mar 2020 | 25d | 2mo 17d | 3mo 12dFeb 2020 - Jun 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -18.22%Oct 2022 | 6mo 17d | 9mo 1d | 1y 3moMar 2022 - Jul 2023 |
2026 correction2026 | -13.64%Mar 2026 | 1mo 25d | — | 4mo 10dJan 2026 - now |
2013 correction2013 | -12.01%Jun 2013 | 8mo 25d | 8mo 2d | 1y 4moOct 2012 - Feb 2014 |
2016 correction2016 | -11.73%Jan 2016 | 11mo 27d | 3mo 5d | 1y 2moJan 2015 - Apr 2016 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Diversification
Diversification Metrics
Number of Effective Assets
The portfolio contains 2 assets, with an effective number of assets of 2.00, 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 | 1.22 | 1.30 | 1.33 | 1.35 | 1.37 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.37, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
VOO 50/50 correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.56 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.62 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.69 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.69 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Sep 9, 2010 | 0.67 |
Asset Correlations Table
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