LEVIX vs. LZISX
Compare and contrast key facts about Lazard US Equity Concentrated Portfolio (LEVIX) and Lazard International Small Cap Equity Portfolio (LZISX).
LEVIX is managed by Lazard. It was launched on Sep 30, 2005. LZISX is managed by Lazard. It was launched on Nov 30, 1993.
Performance
LEVIX vs. LZISX - Performance Comparison
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LEVIX vs. LZISX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LEVIX Lazard US Equity Concentrated Portfolio | -8.39% | 8.78% | 12.37% | 17.11% | -19.92% | 26.16% | 8.98% | 31.72% | -6.19% | 15.49% |
LZISX Lazard International Small Cap Equity Portfolio | 0.85% | 35.95% | -3.68% | 11.59% | -26.34% | 12.36% | 13.45% | 25.49% | -24.90% | 36.67% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, LEVIX achieves a -8.39% return, which is significantly lower than LZISX's 0.85% return. Over the past 10 years, LEVIX has outperformed LZISX with an annualized return of 8.06%, while LZISX has yielded a comparatively lower 5.50% annualized return.
LEVIX
- 1D
- -1.18%
- 1M
- -8.39%
- YTD
- -8.39%
- 6M
- -0.43%
- 1Y
- 14.95%
- 3Y*
- 6.43%
- 5Y*
- 4.00%
- 10Y*
- 8.06%
LZISX
- 1D
- -1.57%
- 1M
- -10.48%
- YTD
- 0.85%
- 6M
- 3.47%
- 1Y
- 31.00%
- 3Y*
- 11.16%
- 5Y*
- 3.36%
- 10Y*
- 5.50%
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LEVIX vs. LZISX - Expense Ratio Comparison
LEVIX has a 0.76% expense ratio, which is lower than LZISX's 1.14% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
LEVIX vs. LZISX — Risk / Return Rank
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LEVIX vs. LZISX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Lazard US Equity Concentrated Portfolio (LEVIX) and Lazard International Small Cap Equity Portfolio (LZISX). 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.
| LEVIX | LZISX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.42 | 1.59 | -1.17 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 0.79 | 2.04 | -1.25 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.11 | 1.28 | -0.18 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.51 | 2.35 | -1.83 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 1.72 | 9.28 | -7.56 |
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
| LEVIX | LZISX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.42 | 1.59 | -1.17 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.06 | 0.20 | -0.14 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.15 | 0.33 | -0.18 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.20 | 0.40 | -0.20 |
Correlation
The correlation between LEVIX and LZISX 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
LEVIX vs. LZISX - Dividend Comparison
LEVIX has not paid dividends to shareholders, while LZISX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.89%.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LEVIX Lazard US Equity Concentrated Portfolio | 0.00% | 0.00% | 144.28% | 100.53% | 6.31% | 15.14% | 1.65% | 0.82% | 11.61% | 6.84% | 4.91% | 3.71% |
LZISX Lazard International Small Cap Equity Portfolio | 1.89% | 1.91% | 1.89% | 2.08% | 5.44% | 36.78% | 2.07% | 2.10% | 4.62% | 0.00% | 2.96% | 0.69% |
Drawdowns
LEVIX vs. LZISX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum LEVIX drawdown since its inception was -69.24%, which is greater than LZISX's maximum drawdown of -65.43%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for LEVIX and LZISX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| LEVIX | LZISX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -69.24% | -65.43% | -3.81% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -16.14% | -12.10% | -4.04% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -69.24% | -42.01% | -27.23% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -69.24% | -44.80% | -24.44% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -58.81% | -12.10% | -46.71% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -12.32% | -14.85% | +2.53% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 4.96% | 3.06% | +1.90% |
Volatility
LEVIX vs. LZISX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Lazard US Equity Concentrated Portfolio (LEVIX) is 6.76%, while Lazard International Small Cap Equity Portfolio (LZISX) has a volatility of 7.69%. This indicates that LEVIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than LZISX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| LEVIX | LZISX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 6.76% | 7.69% | -0.93% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 16.13% | 14.72% | +1.41% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 28.07% | 18.69% | +9.38% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 72.38% | 17.13% | +55.25% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 52.92% | 16.81% | +36.11% |