Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VASGX Vanguard LifeStrategy Growth Fund | Diversified Portfolio | 50% |
VASIX Vanguard LifeStrategy Income Fund | Diversified Portfolio | 50% |
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 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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The earliest data available for this chart is Sep 30, 1994, corresponding to the inception date of VASGX
Returns By Period
As of Apr 8, 2026, the 50/50 returned -0.11% Year-To-Date and 6.98% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.08% | -1.83% | -3.34% | -1.46% | 30.71% | 17.25% | 10.06% | 12.45% |
Portfolio 50/50 | 0.21% | -0.95% | -0.11% | 1.55% | 19.42% | 10.77% | 5.02% | 6.98% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VASGX Vanguard LifeStrategy Growth Fund | 0.36% | -1.11% | -0.20% | 2.04% | 29.75% | 14.67% | 7.51% | 9.94% |
VASIX Vanguard LifeStrategy Income Fund | 0.06% | -0.81% | -0.05% | 1.02% | 9.85% | 6.90% | 2.49% | 3.88% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 3, 1994, 50/50's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is +0.60%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 9.7 years.
Historically, 67% of months were positive and 33% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +6.6%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -11.8%. The longest winning streak lasted 14 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, 50/50 closed higher 55% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 13, 2008 with a return of +6.5%, while the worst single day was Oct 15, 2008 at -5.4%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.79% | 1.69% | -4.22% | 0.75% | -0.11% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 1.81% | 0.60% | -1.82% | 0.86% | 2.61% | 2.95% | 0.38% | 1.95% | 2.30% | 1.32% | 0.30% | 0.44% | 14.49% |
| 2024 | -0.33% | 1.68% | 2.01% | -2.79% | 2.80% | 1.19% | 2.22% | 1.76% | 1.82% | -2.14% | 2.53% | -1.14% | 9.80% |
| 2023 | 5.21% | -2.63% | 2.63% | 0.88% | -0.93% | 2.75% | 1.87% | -1.71% | -3.22% | -2.07% | 6.53% | 4.59% | 14.14% |
| 2022 | -3.32% | -1.95% | -0.48% | -5.68% | 0.26% | -4.92% | 4.79% | -3.43% | -6.66% | 2.68% | 5.83% | -2.97% | -15.51% |
| 2021 | -0.48% | 0.60% | 0.96% | 2.36% | 0.89% | 0.99% | 0.92% | 1.09% | -2.53% | 2.40% | -1.05% | 1.70% | 8.02% |
Benchmark Metrics
50/50 has an annualized alpha of 2.60%, beta of 0.46, and R² of 0.85 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 03, 1994.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (54.57%) than losses (53.76%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.60% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.46 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
- 2.60%
- Beta
- 0.46
- R²
- 0.85
- Upside Capture
- 54.57%
- Downside Capture
- 53.76%
Expense Ratio
50/50 has an expense ratio of 0.13%, 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
50/50 ranks 46 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 | 2.27 | 1.87 | +0.41 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.45 | 3.01 | +0.45 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.46 | 1.41 | +0.05 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.21 | 2.49 | -0.27 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 9.40 | 11.08 | -1.68 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VASGX Vanguard LifeStrategy Growth Fund | 90 | 2.33 | 3.58 | 1.47 | 2.31 | 9.83 |
VASIX Vanguard LifeStrategy Income Fund | 78 | 1.95 | 2.78 | 1.38 | 1.92 | 8.02 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
50/50 provided a 4.17% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 4.17% | 4.14% | 6.88% | 3.08% | 2.06% | 3.75% | 2.85% | 2.54% | 3.95% | 1.83% | 2.25% | 3.55% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VASGX Vanguard LifeStrategy Growth Fund | 4.10% | 4.09% | 6.15% | 3.00% | 2.10% | 3.54% | 3.54% | 2.34% | 4.36% | 2.13% | 2.23% | 4.54% |
VASIX Vanguard LifeStrategy Income Fund | 4.24% | 4.18% | 7.61% | 3.17% | 2.02% | 3.95% | 2.15% | 2.73% | 3.55% | 1.52% | 2.26% | 2.57% |
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 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 50/50 was 35.91%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 453 trading sessions.
The current 50/50 drawdown is 3.65%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -35.91% | Nov 1, 2007 | 339 | Mar 9, 2009 | 453 | Dec 22, 2010 | 792 |
| -21.17% | Nov 10, 2021 | 234 | Oct 14, 2022 | 416 | Jun 12, 2024 | 650 |
| -20.73% | Sep 5, 2000 | 524 | Oct 8, 2002 | 289 | Dec 1, 2003 | 813 |
| -18.76% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 82 | Jul 20, 2020 | 105 |
| -10.75% | May 2, 2011 | 108 | Oct 3, 2011 | 88 | Feb 8, 2012 | 196 |
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 2 assets, with an effective number of assets of 2.00, 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 | VASIX | VASGX | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.72 | 0.92 | 0.91 |
| VASIX | 0.72 | 1.00 | 0.73 | 0.84 |
| VASGX | 0.92 | 0.73 | 1.00 | 0.98 |
| Portfolio | 0.91 | 0.84 | 0.98 | 1.00 |