Asset Allocation
| Position | Category/Sector | Target Weight |
|---|---|---|
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 40% |
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | Total Bond Market | 30% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | Dividend | 30% |
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Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in BND, SCHD, SCHG, 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 BND, SCHD, SCHG returned 7.96% Year-To-Date and 12.16% of annualized return in the last 10 years.
| Position | 1D | 1M | YTD | 6M | 1Y | 3Y* | 5Y* | 10Y* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Benchmark S&P 500 Index | 0.50% | -0.93% | 8.56% | 8.85% | 24.33% | 19.37% | 11.84% | 13.61% |
Portfolio BND, SCHD, SCHG | 0.28% | -0.60% | 7.96% | 7.95% | 18.48% | 15.30% | 8.93% | 12.16% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | -0.12% | 0.42% | 0.52% | 0.91% | 4.40% | 4.17% | 0.03% | 1.58% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 0.89% | 3.37% | 20.66% | 19.57% | 26.16% | 14.90% | 8.75% | 12.91% |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 0.12% | -2.62% | 2.58% | 2.96% | 18.71% | 22.68% | 14.33% | 18.50% |
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 20, 2011, BND, SCHD, SCHG's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.98%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 5.9 years.
Historically, 71% of months were positive and 29% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +10.5%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -8.0%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, BND, SCHD, SCHG closed higher 56% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 13, 2020 with a return of +7.2%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -8.2%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.92% | 1.05% | -3.13% | 6.68% | 3.37% | -1.87% | 7.96% | ||||||
| 2025 | 1.57% | -0.23% | -3.49% | -1.59% | 3.64% | 3.68% | 1.31% | 2.33% | 1.81% | 1.42% | 0.37% | -0.14% | 10.95% |
| 2024 | 1.04% | 2.94% | 2.46% | -3.66% | 3.54% | 3.10% | 2.20% | 1.86% | 1.69% | -0.85% | 4.60% | -2.30% | 17.54% |
| 2023 | 5.59% | -2.26% | 3.90% | 0.49% | 1.02% | 4.29% | 2.64% | -1.03% | -4.14% | -2.20% | 7.72% | 4.70% | 21.94% |
| 2022 | -5.00% | -2.49% | 1.82% | -7.71% | 0.40% | -6.01% | 7.02% | -3.77% | -7.54% | 4.78% | 4.81% | -4.57% | -18.02% |
| 2021 | -0.82% | 1.52% | 3.06% | 4.00% | 0.31% | 2.57% | 1.88% | 2.13% | -3.61% | 4.89% | -0.42% | 2.64% | 19.39% |
Benchmark Metrics
BND, SCHD, SCHG has an annualized alpha of 2.44%, beta of 0.69, and R2 of 0.96 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since October 20, 2011.
- This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (74.69%) than losses (71.12%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.44% versus S&P 500 Index - delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.69 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
- 2.44%
- Beta
- 0.69
- R²
- 0.96
- Upside Capture
- 74.69%
- Downside Capture
- 71.12%
Expense Ratio
BND, SCHD, SCHG 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
BND, SCHD, SCHG ranks 71 for risk / return — better than 71% of Portfolios on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below presents risk-adjusted performance metrics for BND, SCHD, SCHG 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 | 2.19 | 1.86 | +0.33 |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 3.08 | 2.53 | +0.54 |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.41 | 1.34 | +0.07 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 3.51 | 2.53 | +0.98 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 15.00 | 11.37 | +3.63 |
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 | 37 | 1.18 | 1.77 | 1.21 | 1.65 | 4.81 |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 87 | 2.41 | 3.72 | 1.43 | 5.70 | 13.97 |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 33 | 1.18 | 1.64 | 1.21 | 1.14 | 3.78 |
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Dividends
Dividend yield
BND, SCHD, SCHG provided a 2.30% dividend yield over the last twelve months.
| Position | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2.30% | 2.45% | 2.35% | 2.16% | 2.02% | 1.64% | 1.87% | 2.04% | 2.27% | 1.96% | 2.04% | 2.15% |
| Portfolio components: | ||||||||||||
BND Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.96% | 3.86% | 3.67% | 3.09% | 2.60% | 2.12% | 2.38% | 2.72% | 2.81% | 2.54% | 2.51% | 2.57% |
SCHD Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF | 3.22% | 3.82% | 3.64% | 3.49% | 3.39% | 2.78% | 3.16% | 2.98% | 3.06% | 2.63% | 2.89% | 2.97% |
SCHG Schwab U.S. Large-Cap Growth ETF | 0.38% | 0.36% | 0.39% | 0.46% | 0.55% | 0.42% | 0.52% | 0.82% | 1.27% | 1.01% | 1.04% | 1.22% |
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 BND, SCHD, SCHG. 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 BND, SCHD, SCHG was 23.50%, occurring on Mar 23, 2020. Recovery took 53 trading sessions.
The current BND, SCHD, SCHG drawdown is 1.87%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -23.50%Mar 2020 | 1mo 2d | 2mo 17d | 3mo 19dFeb 2020 - Jun 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -22.76%Oct 2022 | 9mo 20d | 1y 3mo | 2y 22dDec 2021 - Jan 2024 |
2025 selloff2025 | -13.36%Apr 2025 | 4mo | 2mo 23d | 6mo 23dDec 2024 - Jun 2025 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -13.18%Dec 2018 | 3mo 4d | 2mo 27d | 6mo 1dSep 2018 - Mar 2019 |
2016 pullback2016 | -8.29%Feb 2016 | 3mo 9d | 1mo 20d | 4mo 29dNov 2015 - Apr 2016 |
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 3 assets, with an effective number of assets of 2.94, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. Your capital is spread almost evenly across your holdings, indicating a well-balanced allocation. Note that true diversification also depends on the correlations between assets — check the diversification ratio below.
Diversification Ratio
1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | All Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diversification Ratio | 1.34 | 1.25 | 1.20 | 1.17 | 1.17 |
The portfolio has a diversification ratio of 1.17, placing it in the bottom quartile across portfolios — positions are highly correlated. Consider adding assets from different classes or sectors to reduce risk.
BND, SCHD, SCHG correlation to the S&P 500 Index
| Correlation | |
|---|---|
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.94 |
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 | 0.97 |
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Oct 20, 2011 | 0.97 |
Benchmark Correlations
Correlation vs. S&P 500 Index. SCHG has the highest benchmark correlation at 0.94, while BND has the lowest at -0.05.
Asset Correlations Table
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