TSLTX vs. TASCX
Compare and contrast key facts about Transamerica Small Cap Value (TSLTX) and Third Avenue Small Cap Value Fund (TASCX).
TSLTX is managed by Transamerica. It was launched on Jan 23, 2003. TASCX is managed by Third Avenue. It was launched on Apr 1, 1997.
Performance
TSLTX vs. TASCX - Performance Comparison
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TSLTX vs. TASCX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TSLTX Transamerica Small Cap Value | 4.45% | 9.56% | 12.59% | 8.84% | -12.51% | 31.10% | 5.99% | 20.91% | -16.42% |
TASCX Third Avenue Small Cap Value Fund | 6.59% | 14.79% | 3.04% | 22.49% | -1.87% | 25.92% | -2.96% | 22.92% | -14.57% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, TSLTX achieves a 4.45% return, which is significantly lower than TASCX's 6.59% return.
TSLTX
- 1D
- -0.74%
- 1M
- -5.26%
- YTD
- 4.45%
- 6M
- 8.54%
- 1Y
- 25.83%
- 3Y*
- 12.00%
- 5Y*
- 6.18%
- 10Y*
- —
TASCX
- 1D
- 0.00%
- 1M
- -3.17%
- YTD
- 6.59%
- 6M
- 11.59%
- 1Y
- 27.41%
- 3Y*
- 14.03%
- 5Y*
- 10.00%
- 10Y*
- 10.22%
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TSLTX vs. TASCX - Expense Ratio Comparison
TSLTX has a 0.80% expense ratio, which is lower than TASCX's 1.15% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
TSLTX vs. TASCX — Risk / Return Rank
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TSLTX vs. TASCX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Transamerica Small Cap Value (TSLTX) and Third Avenue Small Cap Value Fund (TASCX). 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.
| TSLTX | TASCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.20 | 1.47 | -0.27 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.73 | 2.15 | -0.41 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.24 | 1.28 | -0.04 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.63 | 2.09 | -0.46 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 6.75 | 8.93 | -2.18 |
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
| TSLTX | TASCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 1.20 | 1.47 | -0.27 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | 0.12 | 0.39 | -0.27 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | — | 0.42 | — |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.16 | 0.46 | -0.30 |
Correlation
The correlation between TSLTX and TASCX 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.
Dividends
TSLTX vs. TASCX - Dividend Comparison
TSLTX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 5.15%, more than TASCX's 3.54% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TSLTX Transamerica Small Cap Value | 5.15% | 5.38% | 27.99% | 2.99% | 21.70% | 77.67% | 0.24% | 4.26% | 11.17% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
TASCX Third Avenue Small Cap Value Fund | 3.54% | 3.78% | 11.87% | 14.38% | 5.40% | 8.55% | 1.50% | 7.75% | 12.67% | 13.61% | 9.15% | 14.70% |
Drawdowns
TSLTX vs. TASCX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum TSLTX drawdown since its inception was -55.58%, smaller than the maximum TASCX drawdown of -58.55%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for TSLTX and TASCX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| TSLTX | TASCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -55.58% | -58.55% | +2.97% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -14.50% | -12.12% | -2.38% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -55.58% | -30.26% | -25.32% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -40.45% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -29.54% | -4.60% | -24.94% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -28.61% | -8.66% | -19.95% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 3.50% | 2.83% | +0.67% |
Volatility
TSLTX vs. TASCX - Volatility Comparison
Transamerica Small Cap Value (TSLTX) has a higher volatility of 5.20% compared to Third Avenue Small Cap Value Fund (TASCX) at 3.87%. This indicates that TSLTX's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than TASCX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| TSLTX | TASCX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 5.20% | 3.87% | +1.33% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 11.89% | 10.66% | +1.23% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 21.70% | 18.59% | +3.11% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 50.05% | 25.47% | +24.58% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 44.02% | 24.17% | +19.85% |