Asset Allocation
Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Sector ETF only, 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 29, 2004, corresponding to the inception date of VOX
Returns By Period
As of Apr 4, 2026, the Sector ETF only returned 2.43% Year-To-Date and 12.87% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.11% | -2.33% | -3.84% | -1.98% | 29.73% | 16.86% | 10.37% | 12.29% |
Portfolio Sector ETF only | 0.37% | -1.28% | 2.43% | 3.52% | 27.40% | 15.17% | 11.05% | 12.87% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
VGT Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 0.85% | -0.78% | -5.36% | -5.50% | 49.54% | 23.50% | 15.02% | 21.67% |
VFH Vanguard Financials ETF | 0.40% | -1.40% | -8.83% | -6.63% | 16.52% | 18.18% | 9.42% | 12.40% |
VHT Vanguard Health Care ETF | -0.52% | -2.86% | -4.78% | 2.27% | 13.47% | 5.91% | 5.14% | 9.64% |
VOX Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 0.40% | -4.18% | -5.71% | -1.20% | 36.90% | 24.75% | 7.68% | 8.56% |
VIS Vanguard Industrials ETF | -0.33% | -2.79% | 6.29% | 6.84% | 42.69% | 19.79% | 12.13% | 13.44% |
VDC Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF | 0.55% | -2.83% | 7.09% | 6.89% | 9.15% | 7.52% | 7.37% | 7.77% |
VDE Vanguard Energy ETF | 0.76% | 5.89% | 34.23% | 35.74% | 58.30% | 15.51% | 23.51% | 11.00% |
VPU Vanguard Utilities ETF | 0.59% | -0.07% | 8.87% | 5.24% | 27.22% | 14.48% | 10.71% | 9.79% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 30, 2004, Sector ETF only's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.95%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 6.1 years.
Historically, 68% of months were positive and 32% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +10.8%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -15.1%. The longest winning streak lasted 8 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.
On a daily basis, Sector ETF only closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 13, 2008 with a return of +10.4%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -10.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3.01% | 3.76% | -4.89% | 0.76% | 2.43% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 3.08% | 0.66% | -3.54% | -0.79% | 3.95% | 3.12% | 1.34% | 1.73% | 2.32% | 1.31% | 1.76% | -1.03% | 14.55% |
| 2024 | 0.70% | 3.68% | 3.85% | -3.04% | 4.70% | 0.73% | 2.87% | 3.32% | 1.72% | -1.41% | 5.80% | -4.96% | 18.82% |
| 2023 | 3.42% | -2.59% | 3.21% | 1.83% | -1.98% | 5.01% | 3.01% | -2.83% | -4.55% | -2.09% | 7.33% | 4.50% | 14.34% |
| 2022 | -3.86% | -1.53% | 3.87% | -5.55% | 0.28% | -6.25% | 7.05% | -2.71% | -9.03% | 8.71% | 5.73% | -4.17% | -8.87% |
| 2021 | -1.15% | 1.82% | 5.30% | 3.82% | 0.77% | 1.47% | 1.91% | 2.52% | -4.38% | 5.64% | -1.76% | 6.33% | 24.04% |
Benchmark Metrics
Sector ETF only has an annualized alpha of 3.56%, beta of 0.84, and R² of 0.95 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 30, 2004.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (94.70%) than losses (81.84%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 3.56% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Alpha
- 3.56%
- Beta
- 0.84
- R²
- 0.95
- Upside Capture
- 94.70%
- Downside Capture
- 81.84%
Expense Ratio
Sector ETF only has an expense ratio of 0.10%, 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
Sector ETF only ranks 44 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 | 1.16 | 0.88 | +0.28 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.70 | 1.37 | +0.34 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.26 | 1.21 | +0.05 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.64 | 1.39 | +0.25 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.03 | 6.43 | +1.60 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VGT Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 57 | 1.10 | 1.67 | 1.23 | 1.88 | 5.72 |
VFH Vanguard Financials ETF | 13 | 0.11 | 0.28 | 1.04 | 0.22 | 0.63 |
VHT Vanguard Health Care ETF | 20 | 0.35 | 0.60 | 1.08 | 0.67 | 1.55 |
VOX Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 58 | 1.14 | 1.76 | 1.24 | 1.71 | 6.23 |
VIS Vanguard Industrials ETF | 69 | 1.32 | 1.92 | 1.26 | 2.24 | 8.63 |
VDC Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF | 19 | 0.35 | 0.61 | 1.07 | 0.51 | 1.24 |
VDE Vanguard Energy ETF | 59 | 1.30 | 1.70 | 1.25 | 1.74 | 4.96 |
VPU Vanguard Utilities ETF | 61 | 1.27 | 1.73 | 1.23 | 2.25 | 5.36 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Sector ETF only provided a 1.62% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.62% | 1.68% | 1.81% | 1.99% | 1.93% | 1.70% | 1.98% | 2.04% | 2.25% | 2.04% | 2.05% | 2.23% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
VGT Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 0.43% | 0.40% | 0.60% | 0.65% | 0.91% | 0.64% | 0.82% | 1.11% | 1.29% | 0.99% | 1.31% | 1.28% |
VFH Vanguard Financials ETF | 1.60% | 1.55% | 1.75% | 2.08% | 2.31% | 1.87% | 2.21% | 2.17% | 2.30% | 1.53% | 1.63% | 2.00% |
VHT Vanguard Health Care ETF | 1.72% | 1.61% | 1.53% | 1.36% | 1.33% | 1.14% | 1.21% | 1.89% | 1.38% | 1.31% | 1.45% | 1.22% |
VOX Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 1.04% | 0.95% | 1.05% | 1.03% | 0.88% | 0.93% | 0.73% | 0.90% | 2.77% | 3.83% | 2.67% | 3.55% |
VIS Vanguard Industrials ETF | 0.96% | 1.01% | 1.23% | 1.36% | 1.52% | 1.11% | 1.38% | 1.68% | 1.90% | 1.60% | 1.81% | 1.94% |
VDC Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF | 2.14% | 2.26% | 2.33% | 2.65% | 2.37% | 2.14% | 2.50% | 2.44% | 2.78% | 2.52% | 2.39% | 2.55% |
VDE Vanguard Energy ETF | 2.34% | 3.11% | 3.23% | 3.34% | 3.65% | 4.13% | 4.76% | 3.42% | 3.35% | 2.90% | 2.31% | 3.17% |
VPU Vanguard Utilities ETF | 2.54% | 2.73% | 3.02% | 3.49% | 2.98% | 2.70% | 3.17% | 2.83% | 3.23% | 3.18% | 3.19% | 3.63% |
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 Sector ETF only. 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 Sector ETF only was 48.02%, occurring on Mar 9, 2009. Recovery took 488 trading sessions.
The current Sector ETF only drawdown is 4.17%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -48.02% | Nov 1, 2007 | 339 | Mar 9, 2009 | 488 | Feb 11, 2011 | 827 |
| -33.04% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 110 | Aug 27, 2020 | 133 |
| -17.62% | Jan 5, 2022 | 194 | Oct 12, 2022 | 187 | Jul 13, 2023 | 381 |
| -15.93% | Sep 24, 2018 | 64 | Dec 24, 2018 | 56 | Mar 18, 2019 | 120 |
| -15.52% | Jul 8, 2011 | 22 | Aug 8, 2011 | 117 | Jan 25, 2012 | 139 |
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 8 assets, with an effective number of assets of 6.05, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets indicates a moderate level of diversification, where some assets may have a more significant influence on overall performance.
Asset Correlations Table
| Benchmark | VPU | VDE | VDC | VOX | VHT | VGT | VFH | VIS | Portfolio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | 1.00 | 0.53 | 0.60 | 0.70 | 0.78 | 0.77 | 0.88 | 0.82 | 0.87 | 0.96 |
| VPU | 0.53 | 1.00 | 0.39 | 0.61 | 0.44 | 0.48 | 0.38 | 0.43 | 0.49 | 0.66 |
| VDE | 0.60 | 0.39 | 1.00 | 0.40 | 0.44 | 0.42 | 0.44 | 0.55 | 0.61 | 0.59 |
| VDC | 0.70 | 0.61 | 0.40 | 1.00 | 0.56 | 0.65 | 0.52 | 0.59 | 0.63 | 0.80 |
| VOX | 0.78 | 0.44 | 0.44 | 0.56 | 1.00 | 0.60 | 0.70 | 0.64 | 0.67 | 0.76 |
| VHT | 0.77 | 0.48 | 0.42 | 0.65 | 0.60 | 1.00 | 0.63 | 0.62 | 0.67 | 0.81 |
| VGT | 0.88 | 0.38 | 0.44 | 0.52 | 0.70 | 0.63 | 1.00 | 0.64 | 0.73 | 0.83 |
| VFH | 0.82 | 0.43 | 0.55 | 0.59 | 0.64 | 0.62 | 0.64 | 1.00 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| VIS | 0.87 | 0.49 | 0.61 | 0.63 | 0.67 | 0.67 | 0.73 | 0.80 | 1.00 | 0.86 |
| Portfolio | 0.96 | 0.66 | 0.59 | 0.80 | 0.76 | 0.81 | 0.83 | 0.80 | 0.86 | 1.00 |