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Performance

MKL vs. VOO - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Markel Corporation (MKL) and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

-10.00%-5.00%0.00%5.00%10.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
4.07%
11.73%
MKL
VOO

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, MKL achieves a 20.17% return, which is significantly lower than VOO's 25.02% return. Over the past 10 years, MKL has underperformed VOO with an annualized return of 9.41%, while VOO has yielded a comparatively higher 13.11% annualized return.


MKL

YTD

20.17%

1M

7.27%

6M

4.07%

1Y

21.57%

5Y (annualized)

8.74%

10Y (annualized)

9.41%

VOO

YTD

25.02%

1M

0.63%

6M

11.74%

1Y

32.35%

5Y (annualized)

15.50%

10Y (annualized)

13.11%

Key characteristics


MKLVOO
Sharpe Ratio1.192.67
Sortino Ratio1.713.56
Omega Ratio1.241.50
Calmar Ratio2.053.85
Martin Ratio5.3117.51
Ulcer Index4.44%1.86%
Daily Std Dev19.78%12.23%
Max Drawdown-61.32%-33.99%
Current Drawdown-0.22%-1.76%

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Correlation

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The correlation between MKL and VOO is 0.52, 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.

Risk-Adjusted Performance

MKL vs. VOO - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Markel Corporation (MKL) and Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO). 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.


Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for MKL, currently valued at 1.19, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.001.192.67
The chart of Sortino ratio for MKL, currently valued at 1.71, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.001.713.56
The chart of Omega ratio for MKL, currently valued at 1.24, compared to the broader market0.501.001.502.001.241.50
The chart of Calmar ratio for MKL, currently valued at 2.05, compared to the broader market0.002.004.006.002.053.85
The chart of Martin ratio for MKL, currently valued at 5.31, compared to the broader market-10.000.0010.0020.0030.005.3117.51
MKL
VOO

The current MKL Sharpe Ratio is 1.19, which is lower than the VOO Sharpe Ratio of 2.67. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of MKL and VOO, offering insights into how both investments have performed under varying market conditions. These values are calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months.

Rolling 12-month Sharpe Ratio0.001.002.003.004.00JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
1.19
2.67
MKL
VOO

Dividends

MKL vs. VOO - Dividend Comparison

MKL has not paid dividends to shareholders, while VOO's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.25%.


TTM20232022202120202019201820172016201520142013
MKL
Markel Corporation
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
VOO
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
1.25%1.46%1.69%1.25%1.54%1.88%2.06%1.78%2.02%2.10%1.85%1.84%

Drawdowns

MKL vs. VOO - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum MKL drawdown since its inception was -61.32%, which is greater than VOO's maximum drawdown of -33.99%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for MKL and VOO. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-10.00%-8.00%-6.00%-4.00%-2.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-0.22%
-1.76%
MKL
VOO

Volatility

MKL vs. VOO - Volatility Comparison

Markel Corporation (MKL) has a higher volatility of 7.03% compared to Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) at 4.09%. This indicates that MKL's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than VOO based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00%7.00%8.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
7.03%
4.09%
MKL
VOO