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SYF vs. VTI
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Key characteristics


SYFVTI
YTD Return74.33%26.21%
1Y Return125.99%38.35%
3Y Return (Ann)11.94%8.70%
5Y Return (Ann)15.20%15.34%
10Y Return (Ann)10.71%12.90%
Sharpe Ratio3.503.04
Sortino Ratio4.594.05
Omega Ratio1.561.57
Calmar Ratio3.024.46
Martin Ratio26.1719.72
Ulcer Index4.78%1.94%
Daily Std Dev35.77%12.58%
Max Drawdown-66.37%-55.45%
Current Drawdown-3.54%-0.39%

Correlation

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The correlation between SYF and VTI is 0.58, 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

SYF vs. VTI - Performance Comparison

In the year-to-date period, SYF achieves a 74.33% return, which is significantly higher than VTI's 26.21% return. Over the past 10 years, SYF has underperformed VTI with an annualized return of 10.71%, while VTI has yielded a comparatively higher 12.90% annualized return. The chart below displays the growth of a $10,000 investment in both assets, with all prices adjusted for splits and dividends.


-10.00%0.00%10.00%20.00%30.00%40.00%50.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
45.60%
14.99%
SYF
VTI

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Risk-Adjusted Performance

SYF vs. VTI - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Synchrony Financial (SYF) and Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI). 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.


SYF
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for SYF, currently valued at 3.50, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.003.50
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for SYF, currently valued at 4.58, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.006.004.59
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for SYF, currently valued at 1.56, compared to the broader market0.501.001.502.001.56
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for SYF, currently valued at 3.02, compared to the broader market0.002.004.006.003.02
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for SYF, currently valued at 26.17, compared to the broader market0.0010.0020.0030.0026.17
VTI
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for VTI, currently valued at 3.04, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.003.04
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for VTI, currently valued at 4.05, compared to the broader market-4.00-2.000.002.004.006.004.05
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for VTI, currently valued at 1.57, compared to the broader market0.501.001.502.001.57
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for VTI, currently valued at 4.46, compared to the broader market0.002.004.006.004.46
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for VTI, currently valued at 19.72, compared to the broader market0.0010.0020.0030.0019.72

SYF vs. VTI - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current SYF Sharpe Ratio is 3.50, which is comparable to the VTI Sharpe Ratio of 3.04. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of SYF and VTI, 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 Ratio1.001.502.002.503.003.50JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
3.50
3.04
SYF
VTI

Dividends

SYF vs. VTI - Dividend Comparison

SYF's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.54%, more than VTI's 1.26% yield.


TTM20232022202120202019201820172016201520142013
SYF
Synchrony Financial
1.54%2.51%2.74%1.90%2.54%2.39%3.07%1.45%0.72%0.00%0.00%0.00%
VTI
Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF
1.26%1.44%1.67%1.21%1.42%1.78%2.04%1.71%1.92%1.98%1.76%1.74%

Drawdowns

SYF vs. VTI - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum SYF drawdown since its inception was -66.37%, which is greater than VTI's maximum drawdown of -55.45%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for SYF and VTI. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-15.00%-10.00%-5.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-3.54%
-0.39%
SYF
VTI

Volatility

SYF vs. VTI - Volatility Comparison

Synchrony Financial (SYF) has a higher volatility of 19.80% compared to Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) at 4.06%. This indicates that SYF's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than VTI based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%20.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
19.80%
4.06%
SYF
VTI