Globally tilted stock portfolio with strong US exposure and simple low cost structure
Report created on Mar 26, 2026Risk profile
- Secure Speculative
The risk profile, derived from past market volatility, reflects the level of risk the portfolio is exposed to. This assessment helps align your investments with your financial goals and comfort with market fluctuations.
Diversification profile
- Focused Diversified
The diversification assessment evaluates the spread of investments across asset classes, regions, and sectors. This ensures a balanced mix, reducing risk and maximizing returns by not concentrating in any single area.
Positions
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VT Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
VT - US9220427424 70.00% -
VO Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
VOO - US9229083632 30.00%
The structure is very clean: about 99% in stocks and 1% in cash, split between two broad ETFs. Roughly 70% goes into a total world stock fund, while 30% tops it up with a large US index ETF. This kind of setup is easy to understand and maintain, because everything is in widely diversified stock baskets rather than many small positions. A near‑all‑equity mix fits investors who prioritize growth over stability and can tolerate swings. The key takeaway is that this is essentially a “pure global equity” portfolio with a modest cash buffer, so short‑term ups and downs can be large, but long‑term growth potential is strong if the time horizon is long enough.
Growth
From 2016 to early 2026, the hypothetical $1,000 grew to about $3,278, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.41%. CAGR is like your average speed on a long road trip, smoothing out bumps along the way. This result sits between the US market (higher at 14.33%) and the global market (lower at 11.82%), which is exactly where a US‑tilted global mix “should” land. The max drawdown of about −34% is similar to both benchmarks, showing equity‑like downside. Only 31 days accounted for 90% of returns, reminding you that missing a few big up days can dramatically hurt outcomes, so staying invested consistently is crucial.
Projection
The Monte Carlo projection uses the portfolio’s past behavior to simulate 1,000 possible 10‑year futures. Think of it as rerunning history with shuffled sequences to see a range of outcomes, not a single prediction. The median result (about +485%) suggests strong potential growth, but the 5th percentile at roughly +103% shows that less favorable paths are still positive yet far from spectacular. An average simulated annual return near 15% looks optimistic and is based on a very strong historical decade; future conditions could be different. The key point: scenarios cluster on positive outcomes over 10 years, but results will still vary widely, and none of this is guaranteed.
Asset classes
- Stocks 99%
- Cash 1%
Asset‑class exposure is extremely straightforward: essentially all in stocks with a tiny cash slice. That simplicity is a strength for pure growth goals, and the allocation is very similar to many “all‑equity” model portfolios. However, with no bonds or other stabilizing assets, portfolio value can swing sharply during market stress. Compared to more “balanced” mixes that include fixed income, this will likely rise more in strong markets and fall more in big downturns. This is aligned with an investor who has a long time horizon and does not need to draw heavily on the portfolio during rough patches, but it would feel aggressive for anyone with near‑term cash needs.
Sectors
- Technology 28%
- Financials 15%
- Industrials 11%
- Consumer Discretionary 10%
- Health Care 9%
- Telecommunications 9%
- Consumer Staples 5%
- Energy 4%
- Basic Materials 4%
- Utilities 3%
- Real Estate 2%
Sector exposure is broad: technology is the largest at 28%, followed by meaningful stakes in financial services, industrials, consumer cyclicals, healthcare, communication services, and smaller allocations across defensives, energy, materials, utilities, and real estate. This spread is quite similar to common global benchmarks, which is a strong indicator of diversification across the economy. A tech‑tilt is normal today because tech companies have grown so large, but it does mean sensitivity to interest rates, regulation, and innovation trends. The encouraging piece is that no single non‑tech sector dominates, so shocks in one industry are less likely to derail the entire portfolio.
Regions
- North America 74%
- Europe Developed 11%
- Japan 4%
- Asia Developed 4%
- Asia Emerging 4%
- Australasia 1%
- Africa/Middle East 1%
- Latin America 1%
Geographically, about 74% sits in North America, with the rest spread across developed Europe, Japan, other developed Asia, emerging Asia, and smaller allocations to Australasia, Latin America, and Africa/Middle East. This is more US‑heavy than the overall global market, but still offers solid international diversification. A strong US tilt has helped over the last decade, given US outperformance, and staying close to this pattern keeps you aligned with many global equity benchmarks adjusted for market size. The flip side is that if leadership shifts toward non‑US regions, returns could lag a more internationally balanced approach, though the existing overseas slice still provides meaningful global exposure.
Market capitalization
- Mega-cap 44%
- Large-cap 32%
- Mid-cap 18%
- Small-cap 4%
- Micro-cap 1%
By market cap, the portfolio leans heavily into mega and big companies, with 76% in those groups and smaller amounts in mid, small, and micro caps. Large established firms tend to be more stable and profitable, which can reduce volatility compared to a small‑cap‑heavy approach. However, smaller companies sometimes offer higher long‑term growth potential, albeit with bumpier rides. This mix closely mirrors many broad market indexes, which is positive: it means the portfolio behaves a lot like the global equity market rather than making big size bets. The trade‑off is less exposure to potential small‑cap outperformance but also less risk from their higher swings.
True holdings
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NV NVIDIA Corporation 4.82%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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AA Apple Inc 4.43%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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MS Microsoft Corporation 3.33%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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AM Amazon.com Inc 2.32%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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GO Alphabet Inc Class A 2.07%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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AV Broadcom Inc 1.70%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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GO Alphabet Inc Class C 1.67%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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ME Meta Platforms Inc. 1.62%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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TS Tesla Inc 1.30%
Part of fund(s):- LS 1x Tesla Tracker ETP Securities GBP
- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
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BR Berkshire Hathaway Inc 0.99%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Top 10 total 24.24%
Looking through the ETFs, the largest underlying exposures are familiar mega‑cap names like NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Broadcom, Meta, Tesla, and Berkshire Hathaway. Several of these appear in both ETFs, creating hidden overlap even though there are only two line items. That overlap is normal for broad cap‑weighted funds but means the top companies drive a meaningful slice of risk and return. Since top‑10 ETF holdings only partially reveal overlap, true concentration is likely a bit higher. The implication: performance will be heavily influenced by how these dominant global leaders do, which has worked very well recently but can increase sensitivity if leadership rotates.
Factors
Factor exposure shows a tilt toward low volatility (56%) and momentum (44%), with these being the dominant characteristics. Factor investing is about leaning into traits like value, quality, or momentum that academic research links to returns, similar to choosing ingredients that shape a recipe’s flavor. A momentum tilt tends to do well when trends persist but can hurt when markets suddenly reverse. A low‑volatility tilt can smooth some swings, especially in choppy conditions, though it may lag in strong risk‑on rallies. Overall, this mix suggests the portfolio may hold up relatively better in moderate stress while still benefiting from strong, persistent market trends, which is a nice balance.
Risk contribution
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Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
Weight: 70.00% 69.3% -
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
Weight: 30.00% 30.7%
Risk contribution measures how much each holding adds to overall ups and downs, which can differ from weight. Here, the world ETF contributes about 69% of risk versus a 70% weight, and the S&P 500 ETF contributes about 31% of risk for a 30% weight. That near one‑for‑one match shows no hidden “risk hot spot” beyond what the weights suggest. With only two positions, it’s expected that the top three holdings make up 100% of portfolio risk. The upside is very transparent risk structure; the downside is there’s little room to fine‑tune risk by trimming specific themes without adjusting these broad building blocks.
Redundant positions
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High correlationVanguard S&P 500 ETFVanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
The two ETFs are highly correlated, meaning they often move in the same direction and magnitude. Correlation is basically how closely two investments dance together: if one goes up, does the other usually follow? High correlation limits diversification benefits, especially during global equity sell‑offs, because everything tends to drop together. That’s why the portfolio’s overall volatility doesn’t fall much even when mixing the funds. The positive spin is that this correlation is expected from broad stock indexes and keeps behavior simple and intuitive. To further dampen swings, an investor would typically need assets that behave differently, not just more of the same type of stocks.
Risk vs. return
This chart shows the Efficient Frontier, calculated using your current assets with different allocation combinations. It highlights the best balance between risk and return based on historical data. "Efficient" portfolios maximize returns for a given risk or minimize risk for a given return. Portfolios below the curve are less efficient. This is informational and not a recommendation to buy or sell any assets.
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On the risk‑return chart, the current mix has an expected return of 13.37% with 17.30% volatility and a Sharpe ratio of 0.66. The Sharpe ratio measures return per unit of risk, like miles per gallon for your car. This portfolio sits on the efficient frontier, meaning it already uses its two holdings in a mathematically efficient way. However, the optimal point on that frontier shows a slightly higher expected return (15.08%) and Sharpe ratio (0.78) at modestly higher risk, while the minimum‑variance mix offers a bit less risk with slightly lower return. So, with the same ingredients, small weight tweaks could fine‑tune risk or return, but you’re already in a very efficient zone.
Dividends
- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF 1.20%
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares 1.80%
- Weighted yield (per year) 1.62%
The blended dividend yield is around 1.62%, with the world ETF yielding slightly more than the S&P 500 ETF. Dividends are cash payments companies make to shareholders, and while modest here, they still contribute a small but steady part of total return. For a growth‑focused equity portfolio, this yield level is normal and aligned with global stock markets. The emphasis is clearly on capital appreciation rather than income. Over long periods, reinvesting these dividends can meaningfully boost compounding, even if the yield looks low. Anyone seeking substantial current cash flow, though, would usually pair this approach with higher‑yielding assets or a withdrawal strategy that doesn’t rely solely on yield.
Ongoing product costs
- Vanguard S&P 500 ETF 0.03%
- Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares 0.07%
- Weighted costs total (per year) 0.06%
Total ongoing costs are extremely low at about 0.06% per year, with individual ETF expense ratios of 0.03% and 0.07%. The expense ratio (often called TER) is like a small annual service fee charged by the fund. These levels are impressively low and firmly in best‑in‑class territory, which directly supports better long‑term outcomes because more of the return stays in your account. Over decades, even a 0.3–0.5% difference can compound into a sizeable gap. This cost profile is a clear strength and is fully aligned with evidence that keeping fees down is one of the most reliable ways to improve net performance over time.
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