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TIEIX vs. QQQ
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Key characteristics


TIEIXQQQ
YTD Return26.11%25.63%
1Y Return35.19%33.85%
3Y Return (Ann)8.85%9.83%
5Y Return (Ann)15.18%21.21%
10Y Return (Ann)12.89%18.37%
Sharpe Ratio2.922.12
Sortino Ratio3.732.79
Omega Ratio1.571.38
Calmar Ratio4.472.71
Martin Ratio19.829.88
Ulcer Index1.93%3.72%
Daily Std Dev13.10%17.31%
Max Drawdown-55.55%-82.98%
Current Drawdown-0.45%-0.37%

Correlation

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The correlation between TIEIX and QQQ is 0.88, 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.

Performance

TIEIX vs. QQQ - Performance Comparison

The year-to-date returns for both stocks are quite close, with TIEIX having a 26.11% return and QQQ slightly lower at 25.63%. Over the past 10 years, TIEIX has underperformed QQQ with an annualized return of 12.89%, while QQQ has yielded a comparatively higher 18.37% annualized return. The chart below displays the growth of a $10,000 investment in both assets, with all prices adjusted for splits and dividends.


0.00%5.00%10.00%15.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
13.56%
13.44%
TIEIX
QQQ

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TIEIX vs. QQQ - Expense Ratio Comparison

TIEIX has a 0.05% expense ratio, which is lower than QQQ's 0.20% expense ratio. Despite the difference, both funds are considered low-cost compared to the broader market, where average expense ratios usually range from 0.3% to 0.9%.


QQQ
Invesco QQQ
Expense ratio chart for QQQ: current value at 0.20% compared with the broader market ranging from 0.00% to 2.12%.0.50%1.00%1.50%2.00%0.20%
Expense ratio chart for TIEIX: current value at 0.05% compared with the broader market ranging from 0.00% to 2.12%.0.50%1.00%1.50%2.00%0.05%

Risk-Adjusted Performance

TIEIX vs. QQQ - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for TIAA-CREF Equity Index Fund (TIEIX) and Invesco QQQ (QQQ). 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.


TIEIX
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for TIEIX, currently valued at 2.92, compared to the broader market0.002.004.002.92
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for TIEIX, currently valued at 3.73, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.003.73
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for TIEIX, currently valued at 1.57, compared to the broader market1.002.003.004.001.57
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for TIEIX, currently valued at 4.47, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.0020.004.47
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for TIEIX, currently valued at 19.82, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.0019.82
QQQ
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for QQQ, currently valued at 2.12, compared to the broader market0.002.004.002.12
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for QQQ, currently valued at 2.79, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.002.79
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for QQQ, currently valued at 1.38, compared to the broader market1.002.003.004.001.38
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for QQQ, currently valued at 2.71, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.0020.002.71
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for QQQ, currently valued at 9.88, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.009.88

TIEIX vs. QQQ - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current TIEIX Sharpe Ratio is 2.92, which is higher than the QQQ Sharpe Ratio of 2.12. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of TIEIX and QQQ, 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 Ratio1.001.502.002.503.00JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
2.92
2.12
TIEIX
QQQ

Dividends

TIEIX vs. QQQ - Dividend Comparison

TIEIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.17%, more than QQQ's 0.59% yield.


TTM20232022202120202019201820172016201520142013
TIEIX
TIAA-CREF Equity Index Fund
1.17%1.47%1.58%1.21%1.44%1.79%2.04%1.70%1.98%2.07%1.82%1.69%
QQQ
Invesco QQQ
0.59%0.62%0.80%0.43%0.55%0.74%0.91%0.84%1.06%0.99%1.41%1.02%

Drawdowns

TIEIX vs. QQQ - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum TIEIX drawdown since its inception was -55.55%, smaller than the maximum QQQ drawdown of -82.98%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for TIEIX and QQQ. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-14.00%-12.00%-10.00%-8.00%-6.00%-4.00%-2.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-0.45%
-0.37%
TIEIX
QQQ

Volatility

TIEIX vs. QQQ - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for TIAA-CREF Equity Index Fund (TIEIX) is 3.93%, while Invesco QQQ (QQQ) has a volatility of 4.91%. This indicates that TIEIX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than QQQ based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


2.00%4.00%6.00%8.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
3.93%
4.91%
TIEIX
QQQ