Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
COST Costco Wholesale Corporation | Consumer Defensive | 50% |
CGL.TO iShares Gold Bullion ETF (CAD-Hedged) | Gold, Precious Metals | 10% |
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | Financial Services | 10% |
XIU.TO iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF | Canada Equities | 10% |
XDIV.TO iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF | Dividend, Large Cap Value Equities | 10% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | Nasdaq-100 | 10% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Main, 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% | 0.31% | 8.56% | 8.85% | 24.33% | 19.37% | 11.84% | 13.61% |
Portfolio Main | 0.56% | -3.12% | 11.59% | 10.49% | 12.47% | 24.45% | 18.52% | — |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 0.71% | 1.36% | -2.67% | -2.06% | 0.35% | 13.30% | 11.27% | 13.22% |
CGL.TO iShares Gold Bullion ETF (CAD-Hedged) | 0.07% | -11.35% | -5.12% | -4.61% | 16.70% | 25.29% | 12.44% | 10.05% |
COST Costco Wholesale Corporation | 0.68% | -6.35% | 14.24% | 11.38% | -0.24% | 25.12% | 22.12% | 22.27% |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.59% | 0.22% | 17.57% | 17.85% | 37.55% | 26.43% | 16.85% | 21.79% |
XDIV.TO iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF | 0.38% | 2.75% | 19.42% | 18.53% | 36.69% | 22.30% | 13.87% | — |
XIU.TO iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF | 0.44% | 1.44% | 9.14% | 10.46% | 29.38% | 21.13% | 11.27% | 12.08% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jun 13, 2017, Main's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.55%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 3.8 years.
Historically, 67% of months were positive and 33% were negative. The best month was Nov 2020 with a return of +9.6%, while the worst month was Dec 2022 at -9.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 6 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, Main closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 13, 2020 with a return of +7.3%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -7.7%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6.08% | 5.64% | -3.34% | 4.13% | -1.79% | 0.74% | 11.59% | ||||||
| 2025 | 4.98% | 4.76% | -4.21% | 4.01% | 3.65% | -1.39% | -2.71% | 2.47% | 1.44% | -0.34% | 1.99% | -2.04% | 12.77% |
| 2024 | 3.17% | 4.83% | 1.04% | -1.70% | 7.74% | 2.66% | 0.38% | 6.70% | 0.69% | -1.35% | 7.58% | -5.12% | 29.02% |
| 2023 | 9.36% | -4.04% | 3.12% | 2.09% | 0.38% | 5.03% | 3.45% | -1.98% | -0.24% | -2.12% | 7.60% | 9.07% | 35.32% |
| 2022 | -5.76% | 1.99% | 8.42% | -7.86% | -6.55% | -3.12% | 9.34% | -4.09% | -8.81% | 5.50% | 7.04% | -9.22% | -14.78% |
| 2021 | -3.63% | -1.53% | 5.12% | 5.98% | 3.23% | 1.20% | 4.99% | 3.61% | -2.46% | 8.17% | 3.46% | 4.74% | 37.36% |
Benchmark Metrics
Main has an annualized alpha of 9.40%, beta of 0.66, and R2 of 0.63 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since June 13, 2017.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (91.02%) than losses (64.88%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 9.40% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.66 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
- 9.40%
- Beta
- 0.66
- R²
- 0.63
- Upside Capture
- 91.02%
- Downside Capture
- 64.88%
Expense Ratio
Main 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
Main ranks 18 for risk / return — in the bottom 18% of Portfolios on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for Main 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 | 1.11 | 1.86 | -0.75 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.62 | 2.53 | -0.91 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.20 | 1.34 | -0.14 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.87 | 2.53 | -0.66 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 5.58 | 11.37 | -5.79 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 38 | -0.02 | 0.08 | 1.01 | -0.02 | -0.05 |
CGL.TO iShares Gold Bullion ETF (CAD-Hedged) | 21 | 0.67 | 1.03 | 1.14 | 0.70 | 2.00 |
COST Costco Wholesale Corporation | 36 | -0.08 | 0.02 | 1.00 | -0.10 | -0.22 |
QQQ Invesco QQQ ETF | 69 | 2.09 | 2.73 | 1.37 | 3.01 | 11.22 |
XDIV.TO iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF | 97 | 4.27 | 6.11 | 1.82 | 11.38 | 38.12 |
XIU.TO iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF | 80 | 2.31 | 3.12 | 1.41 | 3.66 | 15.66 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
Main provided a 0.86% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 0.86% | 0.97% | 1.04% | 2.26% | 1.18% | 0.93% | 2.53% | 1.21% | 1.46% | 2.94% | 0.92% | 2.45% |
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BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
CGL.TO iShares Gold Bullion ETF (CAD-Hedged) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
COST Costco Wholesale Corporation | 0.55% | 0.59% | 0.49% | 2.87% | 0.76% | 0.54% | 3.38% | 0.86% | 1.08% | 4.81% | 1.09% | 4.06% |
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% |
XDIV.TO iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF | 3.25% | 3.90% | 4.50% | 4.42% | 4.15% | 3.76% | 4.85% | 4.24% | 5.13% | 1.92% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
XIU.TO iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF | 2.18% | 2.39% | 2.92% | 3.16% | 3.02% | 2.43% | 3.03% | 2.87% | 3.18% | 2.58% | 2.65% | 3.19% |
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 Main. 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 Main was 23.83%, occurring on Oct 14, 2022. Recovery took 292 trading sessions.
The current Main drawdown is 4.96%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bear market2022 | -23.83%Oct 2022 | 6mo 9d | 1y 1mo | 1y 8moApr 2022 - Dec 2023 |
COVID crash2020 | -21.25%Mar 2020 | 1mo 1d | 4mo 13d | 5mo 14dFeb 2020 - Aug 2020 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -17.33%Dec 2018 | 3mo 13d | 2mo 27d | 6mo 10dSep 2018 - Mar 2019 |
2025 selloff2025 | -11.44%Apr 2025 | 1mo 23d | 1mo 8d | 3mo 1dFeb 2025 - May 2025 |
2018 pullback2018 | -9.37%Feb 2018 | 10d | 5mo 1d | 5mo 11dJan 2018 - Jul 2018 |
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 6 assets, with an effective number of assets of 3.33, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your allocation shows noticeable concentration: a few holdings carry significantly more weight than the rest. Rebalancing toward more even weights — or adding less correlated assets — could reduce risk.
Diversification Ratio
1Y | 3Y | 5Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.65 | 1.42 | 1.34 | 1.32 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.32, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
Main correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.30 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.59 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.70 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 13, 2017 | 0.71 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. QQQ has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.91, while CGL.TO has the lowest at 0.08.
Asset Correlations Table
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