Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | Large Cap Blend Equities | 70% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | Emerging Markets Equities | 8% |
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | Total Bond Market | 5% |
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | Global Bonds | 5% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | Foreign Large Cap Equities | 5% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 4% | |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | REIT | 3% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 21, 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 13, 2026, the 21 returned 9.34% Year-To-Date and 16.21% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 1.65% | 1.97% | 10.35% | 10.82% | 26.39% | 19.66% | 12.33% | 13.81% |
Portfolio 21 | 1.45% | 2.10% | 9.34% | 9.81% | 22.54% | 19.67% | 11.17% | 16.21% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 0.08% | 1.11% | 0.60% | 0.87% | 4.86% | 4.03% | 0.16% | 1.57% |
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | 0.02% | 1.71% | 1.04% | 1.14% | 2.29% | 4.28% | 0.43% | 1.72% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 0.77% | -15.23% | -24.33% | -23.38% | -37.30% | 35.99% | 11.54% | 56.48% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 1.17% | 4.79% | 16.08% | 17.35% | 32.96% | 19.14% | 9.87% | 10.67% |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | -0.70% | 4.16% | 11.72% | 11.19% | 13.22% | 9.58% | 2.68% | 5.44% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.68% | 2.70% | 11.46% | 11.76% | 28.40% | 20.94% | 12.71% | 15.23% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 2.17% | 4.11% | 13.17% | 15.35% | 29.26% | 16.84% | 5.83% | 9.11% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 4, 2013, 21's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +1.32%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.4 years.
Historically, 66% of months were positive and 34% were negative. The best month was Nov 2013 with a return of +28.0%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -13.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, 21 closed higher 54% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +8.4%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -10.6%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.52% | -0.02% | -4.89% | 9.14% | 3.91% | -0.14% | 9.34% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.89% | -1.65% | -4.19% | 0.28% | 5.41% | 4.45% | 1.89% | 2.04% | 3.28% | 1.60% | -0.43% | 0.01% | 16.29% |
| 2024 | 0.28% | 5.87% | 3.61% | -4.17% | 4.38% | 2.11% | 2.16% | 1.61% | 2.57% | -0.84% | 6.44% | -2.92% | 22.55% |
| 2023 | 8.15% | -2.75% | 3.61% | 1.01% | -0.57% | 5.95% | 3.08% | -2.58% | -4.08% | -1.33% | 8.71% | 5.45% | 26.35% |
| 2022 | -5.49% | -1.99% | 2.16% | -8.35% | -0.74% | -8.07% | 7.94% | -4.05% | -8.63% | 6.03% | 5.19% | -4.90% | -20.56% |
| 2021 | 0.48% | 4.04% | 4.49% | 4.03% | -0.67% | 1.80% | 1.76% | 2.88% | -4.19% | 6.81% | -1.86% | 2.22% | 23.47% |
Benchmark Metrics
21 has an annualized alpha of 3.78%, beta of 0.86, and R2 of 0.88 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 04, 2013.
- This portfolio captured 100.95% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 88.91% of its losses - a favorable profile for investors.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 3.78% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- With beta of 0.86 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
- 3.78%
- Beta
- 0.86
- R²
- 0.88
- Upside Capture
- 100.95%
- Downside Capture
- 88.91%
Expense Ratio
21 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
21 ranks 31 for risk / return — below 31% 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 21 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 | 1.90 | 2.14 | -0.24 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.61 | 2.89 | -0.27 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.34 | 1.39 | -0.05 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.65 | 2.91 | -0.26 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 10.67 | 13.08 | -2.41 |
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 | 1.31 | 1.97 | 1.23 | 1.82 | 5.29 |
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | 20 | 0.67 | 0.97 | 1.12 | 0.78 | 2.18 |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 36 | -0.87 | -1.17 | 0.88 | -0.73 | -1.26 |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 67 | 2.00 | 2.74 | 1.36 | 2.85 | 10.96 |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | 31 | 0.98 | 1.42 | 1.18 | 1.59 | 5.01 |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 77 | 2.25 | 3.04 | 1.41 | 3.20 | 14.35 |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 58 | 1.77 | 2.45 | 1.33 | 2.63 | 9.28 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
21 provided a 1.56% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1.56% | 1.70% | 1.82% | 1.94% | 1.96% | 1.59% | 1.54% | 2.06% | 2.26% | 1.88% | 2.06% | 2.12% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.95% | 3.86% | 3.67% | 3.09% | 2.60% | 2.12% | 2.38% | 2.72% | 2.81% | 2.54% | 2.51% | 2.57% |
BNDX Vanguard Total International Bond ETF | 4.47% | 4.39% | 4.18% | 4.42% | 1.51% | 3.74% | 1.11% | 3.40% | 3.01% | 2.23% | 1.89% | 1.63% |
BTC-USD Bitcoin | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
VEA Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | 2.59% | 3.22% | 3.35% | 3.15% | 2.91% | 3.16% | 2.04% | 3.04% | 3.35% | 2.77% | 3.05% | 2.92% |
VNQ Vanguard Real Estate ETF | 3.56% | 3.92% | 3.85% | 3.95% | 3.91% | 2.56% | 3.93% | 3.39% | 4.74% | 4.23% | 4.82% | 3.92% |
VTI Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | 1.01% | 1.12% | 1.27% | 1.44% | 1.66% | 1.21% | 1.42% | 1.78% | 2.04% | 1.71% | 1.92% | 1.98% |
VWO Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF | 2.38% | 2.79% | 3.20% | 3.52% | 4.11% | 2.63% | 1.91% | 3.23% | 2.88% | 2.30% | 2.52% | 3.26% |
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 21. 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 21 was 31.71%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 136 trading sessions.
The current 21 drawdown is 1.84%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -31.71%Mar 2020 | 1mo 7d | 4mo 16d | 5mo 23dFeb 2020 - Aug 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -27.16%Oct 2022 | 11mo 10d | 1y 3mo | 2y 2moNov 2021 - Feb 2024 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -17.98%Dec 2018 | 11mo | 3mo 20d | 1y 2moJan 2018 - Apr 2019 |
2025 selloff2025 | -16.35%Apr 2025 | 1mo 17d | 2mo 2d | 3mo 19dFeb 2025 - Jun 2025 |
2013 correction2013 | -13.63%Dec 2013 | 18d | 11mo 13d | 12mo 1dNov 2013 - Nov 2014 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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Diversification
Diversification Metrics
Number of Effective Assets
The portfolio contains 7 assets, with an effective number of assets of 1.97, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your portfolio is dominated by one or two holdings, which significantly increases concentration risk. Consider rebalancing toward more even weights or adding additional positions.
Diversification Ratio
1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.13 | 1.16 | 1.15 | 1.17 | 1.21 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.21, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
21 correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.97 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.96 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.97 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.95 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 4, 2013 | 0.93 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. VTI has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.99, while BND has the lowest at -0.00.
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