FSDPX vs. FSDAX
Compare and contrast key facts about Fidelity Select Materials Portfolio (FSDPX) and Fidelity Select Defense & Aerospace Portfolio (FSDAX).
FSDPX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on Sep 28, 1986. FSDAX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on May 8, 1984.
Performance
FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Performance Comparison
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FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FSDPX Fidelity Select Materials Portfolio | 9.58% | 11.32% | -2.95% | 7.29% | -9.86% | 31.66% | 21.78% | 12.40% | -23.74% | 25.99% |
FSDAX Fidelity Select Defense & Aerospace Portfolio | -3.56% | 50.03% | 15.83% | 16.29% | 6.83% | 4.91% | -7.87% | 33.75% | -6.83% | 34.15% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, FSDPX achieves a 9.58% return, which is significantly higher than FSDAX's -3.56% return. Over the past 10 years, FSDPX has underperformed FSDAX with an annualized return of 8.22%, while FSDAX has yielded a comparatively higher 14.95% annualized return.
FSDPX
- 1D
- 0.35%
- 1M
- -7.63%
- YTD
- 9.58%
- 6M
- 9.12%
- 1Y
- 20.48%
- 3Y*
- 7.08%
- 5Y*
- 6.45%
- 10Y*
- 8.22%
FSDAX
- 1D
- -2.27%
- 1M
- -14.26%
- YTD
- -3.56%
- 6M
- -1.06%
- 1Y
- 34.57%
- 3Y*
- 23.65%
- 5Y*
- 15.00%
- 10Y*
- 14.95%
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FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Expense Ratio Comparison
Both FSDPX and FSDAX have an expense ratio of 0.74%.
Return for Risk
FSDPX vs. FSDAX — Risk / Return Rank
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FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Fidelity Select Materials Portfolio (FSDPX) and Fidelity Select Defense & Aerospace Portfolio (FSDAX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| FSDPX | FSDAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.04 | 1.48 | -0.45 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.54 | 2.02 | -0.48 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.21 | 1.29 | -0.09 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.38 | 1.96 | -0.57 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 4.68 | 7.81 | -3.13 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| FSDPX | FSDAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.04 | 1.48 | -0.45 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.32 | 0.76 | -0.44 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.38 | 0.68 | -0.30 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.42 | 0.63 | -0.21 |
Correlation
The correlation between FSDPX and FSDAX is 0.65, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.
Dividends
FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Dividend Comparison
FSDPX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.77%, less than FSDAX's 4.65% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FSDPX Fidelity Select Materials Portfolio | 1.77% | 1.94% | 12.46% | 5.46% | 3.34% | 0.71% | 0.68% | 1.22% | 12.89% | 5.08% | 1.05% | 2.42% |
FSDAX Fidelity Select Defense & Aerospace Portfolio | 4.65% | 4.48% | 7.68% | 6.47% | 8.87% | 8.38% | 2.11% | 2.62% | 11.45% | 3.57% | 4.87% | 6.30% |
Drawdowns
FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum FSDPX drawdown since its inception was -64.19%, which is greater than FSDAX's maximum drawdown of -60.59%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for FSDPX and FSDAX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| FSDPX | FSDAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -64.19% | -60.59% | -3.60% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -13.53% | -16.13% | +2.60% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -25.39% | -22.84% | -2.55% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -49.89% | -47.08% | -2.81% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -7.63% | -16.13% | +8.50% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -11.33% | -10.45% | -0.88% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 4.00% | 4.04% | -0.04% |
Volatility
FSDPX vs. FSDAX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Fidelity Select Materials Portfolio (FSDPX) is 6.64%, while Fidelity Select Defense & Aerospace Portfolio (FSDAX) has a volatility of 7.71%. This indicates that FSDPX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FSDAX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| FSDPX | FSDAX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 6.64% | 7.71% | -1.07% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 13.61% | 15.52% | -1.91% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 20.54% | 23.22% | -2.68% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 20.29% | 19.92% | +0.37% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 21.64% | 22.07% | -0.43% |