Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | Total Bond Market | 40% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | Large Cap Blend Equities | 30% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | Global Equities | 30% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND, 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 Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND returned 6.20% Year-To-Date and 8.23% 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 Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND | 0.35% | -0.73% | 6.20% | 6.98% | 17.48% | 13.30% | 6.19% | 8.23% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | -0.03% | -0.67% | -0.07% | 0.23% | 4.87% | 3.89% | -0.05% | 1.53% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 0.30% | 0.44% | 9.05% | 8.94% | 24.96% | 21.05% | 12.25% | 14.84% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 0.86% | -1.98% | 11.12% | 13.49% | 27.05% | 17.97% | 7.95% | 9.68% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jan 31, 2011, Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is +0.62%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 9.3 years.
Historically, 64% of months were positive and 36% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +7.8%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -9.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 13, 2020 with a return of +6.1%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -8.1%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.24% | 2.09% | -4.63% | 5.55% | 2.87% | -1.74% | 6.20% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.16% | 0.84% | -1.58% | 0.78% | 3.05% | 3.39% | 0.31% | 2.43% | 2.51% | 1.38% | 0.44% | 0.63% | 17.52% |
| 2024 | -0.24% | 1.93% | 2.32% | -2.96% | 3.30% | 1.03% | 2.30% | 1.94% | 1.92% | -2.54% | 2.42% | -2.45% | 9.03% |
| 2023 | 6.00% | -3.08% | 2.73% | 1.12% | -1.39% | 3.28% | 2.22% | -2.19% | -3.46% | -2.41% | 7.10% | 4.55% | 14.65% |
| 2022 | -3.49% | -2.05% | -0.26% | -6.26% | 0.72% | -5.45% | 4.83% | -3.59% | -7.42% | 2.98% | 6.97% | -2.77% | -15.65% |
| 2021 | -0.37% | 1.02% | 1.19% | 2.69% | 1.12% | 1.01% | 0.65% | 1.22% | -2.79% | 2.89% | -1.65% | 2.10% | 9.30% |
Benchmark Metrics
Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND has an annualized alpha of 0.31%, beta of 0.56, and R2 of 0.88 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since January 31, 2011.
- This portfolio participated in 66.48% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 57.06% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- Beta of 0.56 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
- 0.31%
- Beta
- 0.56
- R²
- 0.88
- Upside Capture
- 57.06%
- Downside Capture
- 66.48%
Expense Ratio
Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND has an expense ratio of 0.04%, 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
Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND ranks 43 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
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND and compares them with S&P 500 Index.
| Portfolio | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.97 | 1.94 | +0.04 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.75 | 2.63 | +0.12 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.37 | 1.35 | +0.02 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.59 | 2.59 | +0.01 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 11.09 | 11.84 | -0.75 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 40 | 1.32 | 1.96 | 1.23 | 1.83 | 5.43 |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 68 | 2.02 | 2.73 | 1.36 | 2.81 | 12.85 |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 56 | 1.73 | 2.36 | 1.32 | 2.41 | 9.34 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND provided a 2.72% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.72% | 2.83% | 2.86% | 2.64% | 2.47% | 2.14% | 2.02% | 2.54% | 2.69% | 2.35% | 2.46% | 2.47% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.98% | 3.86% | 3.67% | 3.09% | 2.60% | 2.12% | 2.38% | 2.72% | 2.81% | 2.54% | 2.51% | 2.57% |
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% |
VXUS Vanguard Total International Stock ETF | 2.73% | 3.18% | 3.37% | 3.24% | 3.09% | 3.10% | 2.14% | 3.06% | 3.18% | 2.73% | 2.93% | 2.83% |
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 Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND. 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 Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND was 22.65%, occurring on Oct 14, 2022. Recovery took 397 trading sessions.
The current Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND drawdown is 2.21%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -22.65%Oct 2022 | 11mo 9d | 1y 7mo | 2y 6moNov 2021 - May 2024 |
COVID crash2020 | -21.17%Mar 2020 | 1mo 9d | 3mo 29d | 5mo 8dFeb 2020 - Jul 2020 |
2011 correction2011 | -12.70%Oct 2011 | 5mo 4d | 4mo 23d | 9mo 27dMay 2011 - Feb 2012 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -11.98%Dec 2018 | 10mo 29d | 4mo | 1y 2moJan 2018 - Apr 2019 |
2016 correction2016 | -11.28%Feb 2016 | 9mo 20d | 5mo 19d | 1y 3moApr 2015 - Jul 2016 |
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 3 assets, with an effective number of assets of 2.94, 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 | 1.13 | 1.19 | 1.19 | 1.18 | 1.19 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.19, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
Bogglehead: VTI/VXUS/BND correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.91 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.88 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.90 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.91 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 31, 2011 | 0.92 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VTI has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.99, while BND has the lowest at -0.07.
Asset Correlations Table
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