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REFI vs. VGT
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Performance

REFI vs. VGT - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (REFI) and Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

-5.00%0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
8.90%
13.70%
REFI
VGT

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, REFI achieves a 7.46% return, which is significantly lower than VGT's 27.15% return.


REFI

YTD

7.46%

1M

1.86%

6M

7.72%

1Y

19.36%

5Y (annualized)

N/A

10Y (annualized)

N/A

VGT

YTD

27.15%

1M

1.43%

6M

13.73%

1Y

33.30%

5Y (annualized)

22.49%

10Y (annualized)

20.69%

Key characteristics


REFIVGT
Sharpe Ratio1.161.67
Sortino Ratio1.662.20
Omega Ratio1.211.30
Calmar Ratio2.202.31
Martin Ratio5.658.30
Ulcer Index3.71%4.24%
Daily Std Dev18.02%21.02%
Max Drawdown-26.55%-54.63%
Current Drawdown-0.19%-2.14%

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Correlation

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The correlation between REFI and VGT is 0.23, which is considered to be low. This implies their price changes are not closely related. A low correlation is generally favorable for portfolio diversification, as it helps to reduce overall risk by spreading it across multiple assets with different performance patterns.

Risk-Adjusted Performance

REFI vs. VGT - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (REFI) and Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT). 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 REFI, currently valued at 1.16, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.001.161.67
The chart of Sortino ratio for REFI, currently valued at 1.66, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.001.662.20
The chart of Omega ratio for REFI, currently valued at 1.21, compared to the broader market0.501.001.502.001.211.30
The chart of Calmar ratio for REFI, currently valued at 2.20, compared to the broader market0.002.004.006.002.202.31
The chart of Martin ratio for REFI, currently valued at 5.65, compared to the broader market-10.000.0010.0020.0030.005.658.30
REFI
VGT

The current REFI Sharpe Ratio is 1.16, which is lower than the VGT Sharpe Ratio of 1.67. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of REFI and VGT, 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 Ratio0.501.001.502.002.50JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
1.16
1.67
REFI
VGT

Dividends

REFI vs. VGT - Dividend Comparison

REFI's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 13.66%, more than VGT's 0.61% yield.


TTM20232022202120202019201820172016201520142013
REFI
Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc.
13.66%13.41%13.93%1.56%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
VGT
Vanguard Information Technology ETF
0.61%0.65%0.91%0.64%0.82%1.11%1.29%0.99%1.31%1.28%1.12%1.05%

Drawdowns

REFI vs. VGT - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum REFI drawdown since its inception was -26.55%, smaller than the maximum VGT drawdown of -54.63%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for REFI and VGT. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-15.00%-10.00%-5.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-0.19%
-2.14%
REFI
VGT

Volatility

REFI vs. VGT - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance, Inc. (REFI) is 3.82%, while Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) has a volatility of 6.62%. This indicates that REFI experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than VGT based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


2.00%4.00%6.00%8.00%10.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
3.82%
6.62%
REFI
VGT