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PXSGX vs. BRK-B
Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility

Key characteristics


PXSGXBRK-B
YTD Return18.07%29.93%
1Y Return31.46%33.09%
3Y Return (Ann)-13.07%17.46%
5Y Return (Ann)0.10%15.96%
10Y Return (Ann)8.48%12.35%
Sharpe Ratio1.532.35
Sortino Ratio2.153.28
Omega Ratio1.271.42
Calmar Ratio0.594.46
Martin Ratio5.6811.72
Ulcer Index5.28%2.88%
Daily Std Dev19.55%14.37%
Max Drawdown-53.72%-53.86%
Current Drawdown-35.38%-3.17%

Correlation

-0.50.00.51.00.5

The correlation between PXSGX and BRK-B is 0.51, 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.

Performance

PXSGX vs. BRK-B - Performance Comparison

In the year-to-date period, PXSGX achieves a 18.07% return, which is significantly lower than BRK-B's 29.93% return. Over the past 10 years, PXSGX has underperformed BRK-B with an annualized return of 8.48%, while BRK-B has yielded a comparatively higher 12.35% annualized return. The chart below displays the growth of a $10,000 investment in both assets, with all prices adjusted for splits and dividends.


-5.00%0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
20.58%
12.46%
PXSGX
BRK-B

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Risk-Adjusted Performance

PXSGX vs. BRK-B - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Virtus KAR Small-Cap Growth Fund (PXSGX) and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B). 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.


PXSGX
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for PXSGX, currently valued at 1.53, compared to the broader market0.002.004.001.53
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for PXSGX, currently valued at 2.15, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.002.15
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for PXSGX, currently valued at 1.27, compared to the broader market1.002.003.004.001.27
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for PXSGX, currently valued at 0.59, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.0020.000.59
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for PXSGX, currently valued at 5.68, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.005.68
BRK-B
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for BRK-B, currently valued at 2.35, compared to the broader market0.002.004.002.35
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for BRK-B, currently valued at 3.28, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.003.28
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for BRK-B, currently valued at 1.42, compared to the broader market1.002.003.004.001.42
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for BRK-B, currently valued at 4.46, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.0020.004.46
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for BRK-B, currently valued at 11.72, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.0011.72

PXSGX vs. BRK-B - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current PXSGX Sharpe Ratio is 1.53, which is lower than the BRK-B Sharpe Ratio of 2.35. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of PXSGX and BRK-B, 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 Ratio-0.500.000.501.001.502.002.503.00JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
1.53
2.35
PXSGX
BRK-B

Dividends

PXSGX vs. BRK-B - Dividend Comparison

Neither PXSGX nor BRK-B has paid dividends to shareholders.


Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Drawdowns

PXSGX vs. BRK-B - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum PXSGX drawdown since its inception was -53.72%, roughly equal to the maximum BRK-B drawdown of -53.86%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for PXSGX and BRK-B. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-50.00%-40.00%-30.00%-20.00%-10.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-35.38%
-3.17%
PXSGX
BRK-B

Volatility

PXSGX vs. BRK-B - Volatility Comparison

Virtus KAR Small-Cap Growth Fund (PXSGX) and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) have volatilities of 6.76% and 6.68%, respectively, indicating that both stocks experience similar levels of price fluctuations. This suggests that the risk associated with both stocks, as measured by volatility, is nearly the same. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00%7.00%8.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
6.76%
6.68%
PXSGX
BRK-B