Asset Allocation
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Base, 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
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.50% | -0.93% | 8.56% | 8.85% | 24.33% | 19.37% | 11.84% | 13.61% |
Portfolio Base | 0.70% | 0.40% | 11.92% | 11.66% | 26.37% | 19.45% | 15.92% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
^TNX Cboe 10-Year Treasury Note Yield Index | 0.54% | 0.58% | 7.78% | 6.99% | 1.42% | 5.34% | 25.14% | 10.79% |
^TYX Treasury Yield 30 Years | 0.48% | -0.74% | 2.79% | 2.41% | 1.22% | 8.08% | 18.25% | 7.45% |
DDM ProShares Ultra Dow30 | 1.45% | 4.37% | 11.15% | 9.08% | 41.14% | 24.56% | 12.67% | 19.87% |
DIA State Street SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust | 0.73% | 2.50% | 7.27% | 6.43% | 23.20% | 16.29% | 10.14% | 13.40% |
QLD ProShares Ultra QQQ | 1.30% | -0.55% | 32.65% | 32.82% | 73.89% | 44.57% | 23.24% | 35.67% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.59% | 0.22% | 17.57% | 17.85% | 37.55% | 26.43% | 16.85% | 21.79% |
SGOV iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF | 0.02% | 0.29% | 1.61% | 1.78% | 3.91% | 4.71% | 3.56% | — |
SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF | 0.54% | -0.86% | 9.07% | 9.42% | 25.67% | 20.86% | 13.36% | 15.42% |
SSO ProShares Ultra S&P500 | 1.03% | -2.33% | 15.08% | 15.47% | 47.12% | 34.18% | 18.57% | 24.02% |
TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF | -0.24% | 1.40% | 0.27% | 0.45% | 3.88% | -1.38% | -6.53% | -1.75% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 28, 2020, Base's average daily return is +0.08%, while the average monthly return is +1.69%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 3.4 years.
Historically, 65% of months were positive and 35% were negative. The best month was Aug 2020 with a return of +12.2%, while the worst month was Sep 2022 at -6.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 7 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, Base closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +8.7%, while the worst single day was Jun 11, 2020 at -7.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.44% | -1.70% | -3.45% | 10.77% | 6.54% | -1.49% | 11.92% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.80% | -2.55% | -5.16% | -1.66% | 6.57% | 4.39% | 1.76% | 1.55% | 3.06% | 2.67% | -0.65% | 0.42% | 13.39% |
| 2024 | 1.76% | 4.66% | 1.82% | -2.58% | 3.41% | 2.64% | 0.53% | 0.79% | 1.72% | 0.51% | 5.19% | -1.02% | 20.92% |
| 2023 | 4.92% | -1.17% | 3.47% | 1.16% | 2.09% | 5.73% | 3.64% | -1.31% | -2.32% | -1.06% | 7.26% | 3.61% | 28.69% |
| 2022 | -2.77% | -2.38% | 6.98% | -4.50% | -0.42% | -5.40% | 7.34% | -2.48% | -6.03% | 9.00% | 3.75% | -5.49% | -3.95% |
| 2021 | 1.92% | 6.91% | 7.30% | 3.25% | -0.04% | 1.48% | 0.13% | 3.23% | -2.70% | 5.99% | -1.90% | 4.14% | 33.37% |
Benchmark Metrics
Base has an annualized alpha of 6.17%, beta of 0.93, and R2 of 0.88 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since May 28, 2020.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (96.08%) than losses (68.56%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 6.17% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 0.93 and R2 of 0.88, 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
- 6.17%
- Beta
- 0.93
- R²
- 0.88
- Upside Capture
- 96.08%
- Downside Capture
- 68.56%
Expense Ratio
Base has an expense ratio of 0.34%, placing it in the medium range. 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
Base ranks 60 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 Base 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 | 2.09 | 1.86 | +0.23 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.80 | 2.53 | +0.26 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.37 | 1.34 | +0.04 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.07 | 2.53 | +0.54 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 12.70 | 11.37 | +1.33 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
^TNX Cboe 10-Year Treasury Note Yield Index | 17 | 0.20 | 0.38 | 1.04 | 0.25 | 0.45 |
^TYX Treasury Yield 30 Years | 20 | 0.23 | 0.41 | 1.05 | 0.29 | 0.62 |
DDM ProShares Ultra Dow30 | 44 | 1.44 | 2.07 | 1.25 | 1.87 | 6.86 |
DIA State Street SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust | 53 | 1.69 | 2.46 | 1.30 | 2.16 | 8.35 |
QLD ProShares Ultra QQQ | 62 | 2.04 | 2.48 | 1.33 | 2.78 | 9.46 |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 69 | 2.09 | 2.73 | 1.37 | 3.01 | 11.22 |
SGOV iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF | 100 | 20.28 | 275.69 | 195.55 | 398.20 | 4,461.98 |
SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF | 67 | 1.98 | 2.68 | 1.36 | 2.74 | 12.39 |
SSO ProShares Ultra S&P500 | 57 | 1.79 | 2.33 | 1.31 | 2.42 | 10.37 |
TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF | 13 | 0.30 | 0.50 | 1.06 | 0.38 | 0.92 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Base provided a 1.28% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.28% | 1.33% | 1.49% | 1.29% | 1.01% | 0.51% | 0.60% | 0.79% | 0.95% | 0.81% | 0.98% | 1.00% |
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^TNX Cboe 10-Year Treasury Note Yield Index | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
^TYX Treasury Yield 30 Years | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
DDM ProShares Ultra Dow30 | 0.90% | 0.94% | 1.00% | 0.27% | 0.83% | 0.18% | 0.31% | 0.62% | 0.89% | 0.68% | 1.08% | 1.23% |
DIA State Street SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust | 1.37% | 1.43% | 1.61% | 1.81% | 1.91% | 1.58% | 1.87% | 1.85% | 2.24% | 1.97% | 2.26% | 2.33% |
QLD ProShares Ultra QQQ | 0.13% | 0.17% | 0.25% | 0.33% | 0.31% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.13% | 0.06% | 0.02% | 0.21% | 0.11% |
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% |
SGOV iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF | 3.85% | 4.10% | 5.10% | 4.87% | 1.45% | 0.03% | 0.05% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF | 1.00% | 1.07% | 1.21% | 1.40% | 1.65% | 1.20% | 1.52% | 1.75% | 2.04% | 1.80% | 2.03% | 2.06% |
SSO ProShares Ultra S&P500 | 0.64% | 0.68% | 0.85% | 0.18% | 0.50% | 0.18% | 0.20% | 0.50% | 0.75% | 0.39% | 0.51% | 0.63% |
TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF | 4.56% | 4.43% | 4.30% | 3.38% | 2.67% | 1.50% | 1.50% | 2.27% | 2.63% | 2.43% | 2.60% | 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 Base. 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 Base was 17.76%, occurring on Apr 8, 2025. Recovery took 58 trading sessions.
The current Base drawdown is 2.20%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 selloff2025 | -17.76%Apr 2025 | 1mo 17d | 2mo 25d | 4mo 12dFeb 2025 - Jul 2025 |
Bear market2022 | -13.68%Sep 2022 | 6mo 4d | 6mo 19d | 1y 18dMar 2022 - Apr 2023 |
Bear market2022 | -11.06%Mar 2022 | 2mo 1d | 18d | 2mo 19dJan 2022 - Mar 2022 |
2020 correction2020 | -10.06%Jun 2020 | 2d | 2mo 2d | 2mo 4dJun 2020 - Aug 2020 |
2020 pullback2020 | -9.50%Sep 2020 | 20d | 19d | 1mo 9dSep 2020 - Oct 2020 |
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 10 assets, with an effective number of assets of 10.00, 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 | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.40 | 1.41 | 1.45 | 1.46 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.46, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
Base 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 | 0.96 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.94 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 28, 2020 | 0.93 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. SPY has the highest benchmark correlation at 1.00, while SGOV has the lowest at -0.02.
Asset Correlations Table
| SGOV | ^TNX | TLT | ^TYX | DIA | DDM | QQQ | QLD | SPY | SSO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SGOV | 1.00 | -0.02 | 0.02 | -0.02 | -0.03 | -0.04 | -0.01 | -0.01 | -0.02 | -0.02 |
| ^TNX | -0.02 | 1.00 | -0.87 | 0.93 | 0.02 | 0.02 | -0.06 | -0.06 | -0.01 | -0.00 |
| TLT | 0.02 | -0.87 | 1.00 | -0.93 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.07 | 0.07 | 0.04 | 0.04 |
| ^TYX | -0.02 | 0.93 | -0.93 | 1.00 | 0.04 | 0.04 | -0.04 | -0.04 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| DIA | -0.03 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.04 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.69 | 0.69 | 0.88 | 0.88 |
| DDM | -0.04 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.04 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.69 | 0.69 | 0.88 | 0.88 |
| QQQ | -0.01 | -0.06 | 0.07 | -0.04 | 0.69 | 0.69 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.92 | 0.92 |
| QLD | -0.01 | -0.06 | 0.07 | -0.04 | 0.69 | 0.69 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.92 | 0.92 |
| SPY | -0.02 | -0.01 | 0.04 | 0.01 | 0.88 | 0.88 | 0.92 | 0.92 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| SSO | -0.02 | -0.00 | 0.04 | 0.01 | 0.88 | 0.88 | 0.92 | 0.92 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
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