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VEVFX vs. ^GSPC
Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Drawdowns
Volatility

Key characteristics


VEVFX^GSPC
YTD Return13.01%19.77%
1Y Return25.29%31.07%
3Y Return (Ann)2.69%6.78%
5Y Return (Ann)9.00%13.22%
10Y Return (Ann)8.15%10.92%
Sharpe Ratio1.562.67
Sortino Ratio2.263.55
Omega Ratio1.271.50
Calmar Ratio1.693.45
Martin Ratio8.9917.04
Ulcer Index3.11%1.90%
Daily Std Dev17.92%12.10%
Max Drawdown-47.53%-56.78%
Current Drawdown-2.54%-2.59%

Correlation

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The correlation between VEVFX and ^GSPC is 0.84, 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

VEVFX vs. ^GSPC - Performance Comparison

In the year-to-date period, VEVFX achieves a 13.01% return, which is significantly lower than ^GSPC's 19.77% return. Over the past 10 years, VEVFX has underperformed ^GSPC with an annualized return of 8.15%, while ^GSPC has yielded a comparatively higher 10.92% 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%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
7.92%
10.27%
VEVFX
^GSPC

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Risk-Adjusted Performance

VEVFX vs. ^GSPC - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Vanguard Explorer Value Fund (VEVFX) and S&P 500 (^GSPC). 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.


VEVFX
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for VEVFX, currently valued at 1.56, compared to the broader market0.002.004.001.56
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for VEVFX, currently valued at 2.26, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.002.26
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for VEVFX, currently valued at 1.27, compared to the broader market1.002.003.004.001.27
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for VEVFX, currently valued at 1.69, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.0020.001.69
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for VEVFX, currently valued at 8.99, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.008.99
^GSPC
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for ^GSPC, currently valued at 2.67, compared to the broader market0.002.004.002.67
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for ^GSPC, currently valued at 3.55, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.003.55
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for ^GSPC, currently valued at 1.50, compared to the broader market1.002.003.004.001.50
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for ^GSPC, currently valued at 3.45, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.0020.003.45
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for ^GSPC, currently valued at 17.04, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.0017.04

VEVFX vs. ^GSPC - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current VEVFX Sharpe Ratio is 1.56, which is lower than the ^GSPC Sharpe Ratio of 2.67. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of VEVFX and ^GSPC, 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 Ratio0.001.002.003.004.00JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
1.56
2.67
VEVFX
^GSPC

Drawdowns

VEVFX vs. ^GSPC - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum VEVFX drawdown since its inception was -47.53%, smaller than the maximum ^GSPC drawdown of -56.78%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for VEVFX and ^GSPC. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-8.00%-6.00%-4.00%-2.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-2.54%
-2.59%
VEVFX
^GSPC

Volatility

VEVFX vs. ^GSPC - Volatility Comparison

Vanguard Explorer Value Fund (VEVFX) has a higher volatility of 3.82% compared to S&P 500 (^GSPC) at 3.11%. This indicates that VEVFX's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than ^GSPC 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
3.82%
3.11%
VEVFX
^GSPC