Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | S&P 500 | 40% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | Gold, Precious Metals | 20% |
FFRHX Fidelity Floating Rate High Income Fund | Bank Loan | 8% |
FTSL First Trust Senior Loan Fund | High Yield Bonds | 8% |
NFIAX Neuberger Berman Floating Rate Income Fund | Bank Loan | 8% |
PRFRX T. Rowe Price Floating Rate Fund | High Yield Bonds | 8% |
LFRIX Lord Abbett Floating Rate Fund | Bank Loan | 8% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD, 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 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD returned 4.01% Year-To-Date and 10.89% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| 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 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD | 0.25% | -1.21% | 4.01% | 4.42% | 17.57% | 17.56% | 11.33% | 10.89% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
FFRHX Fidelity Floating Rate High Income Fund | -0.11% | -0.00% | 1.60% | 1.98% | 5.89% | 7.24% | 5.35% | 4.90% |
FTSL First Trust Senior Loan Fund | -0.04% | -0.10% | 0.51% | 0.66% | 4.27% | 7.06% | 4.95% | 4.44% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 0.06% | -9.52% | -2.47% | -2.25% | 22.21% | 28.89% | 17.08% | 12.15% |
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | 0.55% | -0.85% | 9.08% | 9.43% | 25.77% | 20.95% | 13.42% | 15.47% |
LFRIX Lord Abbett Floating Rate Fund | 0.00% | 0.17% | 1.53% | 2.10% | 6.20% | 7.67% | 5.35% | 4.52% |
NFIAX Neuberger Berman Floating Rate Income Fund | 0.00% | 0.08% | 1.15% | 1.59% | 5.17% | 7.57% | 4.96% | 4.49% |
PRFRX T. Rowe Price Floating Rate Fund | -0.11% | -0.10% | 0.83% | 2.01% | 7.80% | 9.76% | 6.95% | 5.46% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 2, 2013, 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.78%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 7.4 years.
Historically, 66% of months were positive and 34% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +8.2%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -9.4%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.
On a daily basis, 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD closed higher 57% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 24, 2020 with a return of +4.9%, while the worst single day was Mar 16, 2020 at -5.9%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.99% | 1.21% | -4.23% | 4.43% | 2.16% | -2.34% | 4.01% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.75% | -0.09% | -0.34% | 0.78% | 3.01% | 2.51% | 1.09% | 2.10% | 4.07% | 1.81% | 1.40% | 0.79% | 21.68% |
| 2024 | 0.57% | 2.58% | 3.30% | -0.81% | 2.72% | 1.36% | 1.87% | 1.62% | 2.19% | 0.86% | 2.18% | -1.07% | 18.71% |
| 2023 | 4.74% | -1.87% | 3.08% | 1.07% | -0.14% | 3.09% | 2.24% | -0.46% | -2.57% | 0.42% | 4.66% | 2.75% | 18.04% |
| 2022 | -2.38% | -0.11% | 1.67% | -3.92% | -1.65% | -4.61% | 3.98% | -1.77% | -5.40% | 3.39% | 4.41% | -1.75% | -8.43% |
| 2021 | -0.69% | 0.09% | 1.71% | 3.01% | 2.05% | -0.49% | 1.45% | 1.41% | -2.32% | 3.19% | -0.60% | 2.85% | 12.12% |
Benchmark Metrics
40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD has an annualized alpha of 3.66%, beta of 0.43, and R2 of 0.81 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since May 02, 2013.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (51.31%) than losses (44.76%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 3.66% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.43 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
- 3.66%
- Beta
- 0.43
- R²
- 0.81
- Upside Capture
- 51.31%
- Downside Capture
- 44.76%
Expense Ratio
40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD has an expense ratio of 0.40%, 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
40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD 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
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD 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 | 1.98 | 1.86 | +0.12 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 2.63 | 2.53 | +0.10 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.39 | 1.34 | +0.06 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.33 | 2.53 | -0.20 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 9.17 | 11.37 | -2.20 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FFRHX Fidelity Floating Rate High Income Fund | 93 | 2.45 | 5.83 | 1.86 | 4.87 | 17.02 |
FTSL First Trust Senior Loan Fund | 65 | 2.04 | 3.17 | 1.47 | 1.85 | 6.88 |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 26 | 0.87 | 1.24 | 1.18 | 0.98 | 2.81 |
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | 67 | 2.00 | 2.70 | 1.36 | 2.76 | 12.43 |
LFRIX Lord Abbett Floating Rate Fund | 92 | 2.50 | 5.72 | 1.97 | 3.92 | 14.80 |
NFIAX Neuberger Berman Floating Rate Income Fund | 92 | 2.32 | 5.86 | 1.92 | 4.75 | 16.22 |
PRFRX T. Rowe Price Floating Rate Fund | 96 | 2.91 | 7.36 | 2.14 | 5.15 | 19.34 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD provided a 3.34% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 3.34% | 3.51% | 3.75% | 3.77% | 2.31% | 1.85% | 2.20% | 2.73% | 2.79% | 2.29% | 2.43% | 2.54% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
FFRHX Fidelity Floating Rate High Income Fund | 7.10% | 7.41% | 6.94% | 8.24% | 3.81% | 2.74% | 3.84% | 5.15% | 4.74% | 4.05% | 4.44% | 3.69% |
FTSL First Trust Senior Loan Fund | 6.47% | 6.59% | 7.56% | 7.59% | 4.77% | 3.17% | 3.48% | 4.44% | 4.29% | 3.64% | 3.70% | 3.95% |
GLD SPDR Gold Shares | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
IVV iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | 1.08% | 1.17% | 1.30% | 1.44% | 1.66% | 1.20% | 1.57% | 1.85% | 2.21% | 1.75% | 2.01% | 2.27% |
LFRIX Lord Abbett Floating Rate Fund | 6.91% | 7.20% | 7.68% | 7.63% | 3.95% | 4.01% | 4.64% | 5.71% | 5.60% | 4.65% | 4.64% | 4.72% |
NFIAX Neuberger Berman Floating Rate Income Fund | 6.60% | 6.84% | 8.05% | 6.89% | 3.97% | 3.36% | 3.68% | 4.71% | 4.32% | 3.44% | 3.46% | 4.05% |
PRFRX T. Rowe Price Floating Rate Fund | 9.26% | 9.99% | 10.20% | 9.57% | 4.03% | 3.86% | 4.00% | 4.84% | 4.87% | 4.04% | 4.07% | 4.07% |
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 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD. 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 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD was 22.89%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 83 trading sessions.
The current 40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD drawdown is 2.34%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -22.89%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 4mo | 5mo 2dFeb 2020 - Jul 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -13.79%Oct 2022 | 9mo 12d | 8mo 4d | 1y 5moJan 2022 - Jun 2023 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -8.12%Dec 2018 | 2mo 22d | 1mo 23d | 4mo 15dOct 2018 - Feb 2019 |
2025 selloff2025 | -8.07%Apr 2025 | 1mo 17d | 1mo 4d | 2mo 21dFeb 2025 - May 2025 |
2016 pullback2016 | -7.68%Jan 2016 | 8mo 6d | 2mo 23d | 10mo 29dMay 2015 - Apr 2016 |
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 4.31, 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 | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.33 | 1.37 | 1.35 | 1.36 | 1.39 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.39, in line with the typical range across portfolios. There's room to improve by adding less correlated assets.
40/40/20 VTI/HY/GLD correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.77 |
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period | 0.83 |
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.87 |
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.87 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 2, 2013 | 0.85 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. IVV has the highest benchmark correlation at 1.00, while GLD has the lowest at 0.02.
Asset Correlations Table
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