SSLCX vs. FSCEX
Compare and contrast key facts about DWS Small Cap Core Fund (SSLCX) and Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Fund Class C (FSCEX).
SSLCX is managed by DWS. It was launched on Jul 14, 2000. FSCEX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on Sep 9, 1998.
Performance
SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Performance Comparison
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SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SSLCX DWS Small Cap Core Fund | 0.38% | 4.99% | 9.85% | 13.09% | -13.53% | 41.16% | 14.65% | 21.72% | -14.28% | 11.63% |
FSCEX Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Fund Class C | 0.43% | 11.04% | -11.92% | 17.31% | -21.33% | 30.13% | 16.12% | 31.37% | -16.86% | 12.93% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, SSLCX achieves a 0.38% return, which is significantly lower than FSCEX's 0.43% return. Over the past 10 years, SSLCX has outperformed FSCEX with an annualized return of 9.91%, while FSCEX has yielded a comparatively lower 6.41% annualized return.
SSLCX
- 1D
- -1.07%
- 1M
- -3.24%
- YTD
- 0.38%
- 6M
- -2.12%
- 1Y
- 8.58%
- 3Y*
- 8.94%
- 5Y*
- 5.62%
- 10Y*
- 9.91%
FSCEX
- 1D
- -1.75%
- 1M
- -7.93%
- YTD
- 0.43%
- 6M
- 3.68%
- 1Y
- 21.77%
- 3Y*
- 3.18%
- 5Y*
- 0.65%
- 10Y*
- 6.41%
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SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Expense Ratio Comparison
SSLCX has a 0.95% expense ratio, which is lower than FSCEX's 2.04% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
SSLCX vs. FSCEX — Risk / Return Rank
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SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for DWS Small Cap Core Fund (SSLCX) and Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Fund Class C (FSCEX). 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.
| SSLCX | FSCEX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.50 | 0.99 | -0.49 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 0.81 | 1.51 | -0.70 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.11 | 1.20 | -0.09 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.62 | 1.40 | -0.78 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 2.03 | 5.96 | -3.94 |
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
| SSLCX | FSCEX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.50 | 0.99 | -0.49 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.32 | 0.03 | +0.29 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.47 | 0.29 | +0.19 |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.37 | 0.37 | 0.00 |
Correlation
The correlation between SSLCX and FSCEX is 0.93, 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
SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Dividend Comparison
SSLCX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.20%, less than FSCEX's 3.56% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SSLCX DWS Small Cap Core Fund | 1.20% | 1.21% | 1.52% | 0.68% | 1.07% | 1.67% | 0.35% | 0.16% | 5.99% | 5.78% | 0.60% | 8.42% |
FSCEX Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Fund Class C | 3.56% | 3.58% | 0.00% | 2.23% | 8.66% | 16.35% | 3.97% | 5.72% | 20.54% | 18.60% | 2.60% | 10.50% |
Drawdowns
SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum SSLCX drawdown since its inception was -63.14%, which is greater than FSCEX's maximum drawdown of -51.02%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for SSLCX and FSCEX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| SSLCX | FSCEX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -63.14% | -51.02% | -12.12% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -10.06% | -13.79% | +3.73% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -22.57% | -41.37% | +18.80% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -48.07% | -41.37% | -6.70% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -5.55% | -19.11% | +13.56% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -11.38% | -12.73% | +1.35% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 3.09% | 3.23% | -0.14% |
Volatility
SSLCX vs. FSCEX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for DWS Small Cap Core Fund (SSLCX) is 4.67%, while Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Fund Class C (FSCEX) has a volatility of 6.46%. This indicates that SSLCX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FSCEX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| SSLCX | FSCEX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 4.67% | 6.46% | -1.79% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 11.01% | 12.63% | -1.62% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 17.54% | 21.95% | -4.41% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 17.64% | 23.18% | -5.54% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 21.06% | 22.47% | -1.41% |