RYKIX vs. FSVLX
Compare and contrast key facts about Rydex Banking Fund (RYKIX) and Fidelity Select Fintech Portfolio (FSVLX).
RYKIX is managed by Rydex Funds. It was launched on Apr 1, 1998. FSVLX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on Dec 16, 1985.
Performance
RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Performance Comparison
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RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RYKIX Rydex Banking Fund | -7.38% | 23.92% | 23.33% | 2.95% | -16.81% | 33.70% | -7.85% | 28.51% | -19.19% | 12.47% |
FSVLX Fidelity Select Fintech Portfolio | -26.09% | 0.26% | 22.04% | 24.55% | -29.75% | 22.31% | 2.25% | 34.18% | -10.51% | 23.13% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, RYKIX achieves a -7.38% return, which is significantly higher than FSVLX's -26.09% return. Over the past 10 years, RYKIX has outperformed FSVLX with an annualized return of 9.11%, while FSVLX has yielded a comparatively lower 5.68% annualized return.
RYKIX
- 1D
- 0.17%
- 1M
- -6.69%
- YTD
- -7.38%
- 6M
- -0.78%
- 1Y
- 18.13%
- 3Y*
- 19.94%
- 5Y*
- 5.67%
- 10Y*
- 9.11%
FSVLX
- 1D
- 0.98%
- 1M
- -8.94%
- YTD
- -26.09%
- 6M
- -26.40%
- 1Y
- -22.13%
- 3Y*
- 1.24%
- 5Y*
- -3.51%
- 10Y*
- 5.68%
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RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Expense Ratio Comparison
RYKIX has a 1.36% expense ratio, which is higher than FSVLX's 0.81% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
RYKIX vs. FSVLX — Risk / Return Rank
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RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Rydex Banking Fund (RYKIX) and Fidelity Select Fintech Portfolio (FSVLX). 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.
| RYKIX | FSVLX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.81 | -0.81 | +1.63 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.18 | -1.04 | +2.22 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.18 | 0.86 | +0.31 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.09 | -0.75 | +1.84 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 3.26 | -2.19 | +5.45 |
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
| RYKIX | FSVLX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.81 | -0.81 | +1.63 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.23 | -0.14 | +0.37 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.33 | 0.22 | +0.10 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.06 | 0.33 | -0.27 |
Correlation
The correlation between RYKIX and FSVLX is 0.86, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.
Dividends
RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Dividend Comparison
RYKIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.59%, while FSVLX has not paid dividends to shareholders.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RYKIX Rydex Banking Fund | 3.59% | 3.32% | 3.29% | 1.46% | 3.11% | 0.48% | 2.90% | 0.59% | 2.32% | 0.36% | 0.41% | 0.48% |
FSVLX Fidelity Select Fintech Portfolio | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 19.25% | 1.93% | 1.77% | 8.59% | 1.58% | 3.84% | 10.51% |
Drawdowns
RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum RYKIX drawdown since its inception was -80.14%, roughly equal to the maximum FSVLX drawdown of -83.84%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for RYKIX and FSVLX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| RYKIX | FSVLX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -80.14% | -83.84% | +3.70% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -15.25% | -30.77% | +15.52% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -43.99% | -42.62% | -1.37% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -51.08% | -51.70% | +0.62% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -14.88% | -31.45% | +16.57% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -27.60% | -25.64% | -1.96% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 5.11% | 10.55% | -5.44% |
Volatility
RYKIX vs. FSVLX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Rydex Banking Fund (RYKIX) is 5.13%, while Fidelity Select Fintech Portfolio (FSVLX) has a volatility of 7.96%. This indicates that RYKIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FSVLX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| RYKIX | FSVLX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 5.13% | 7.96% | -2.83% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 14.65% | 17.16% | -2.51% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 23.75% | 26.00% | -2.25% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 25.20% | 24.49% | +0.71% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 28.05% | 25.66% | +2.39% |