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Vanilla Vanguard Fiesta: A Safe but Yawn-Inducing Investment Spread

Report created on Jun 7, 2025

Risk profile Info

4/7
Balanced
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Diversification profile Info

4/5
Broadly Diversified
Less diversification More diversification

Positions

Diving into this portfolio is like attending a party where the only snack is plain rice—safe, but oh so bland. With a whopping 70% in a single Vanguard Institutional Index Fund, it's like putting all your eggs in one basket, then realizing it's not even an exciting basket. The attempt at international flavor with developed and emerging markets funds adds a sprinkle of seasoning, but it's more a nod to diversification than a commitment. The small-cap allocation is like remembering you have spices in the cabinet but only using a pinch.

Growth Info

With a CAGR of 12.23%, this portfolio has been cruising on the highway but only in the middle lane. Sure, you're moving forward, but are you enjoying the ride or just avoiding potholes? The Max Drawdown of -34.38% is a reminder that even the safest roads have their bumps. And those 26 days making up 90% of returns? It's like finding out your year's happiness relies on less than a month; thrilling yet terrifying.

Projection Info

Monte Carlo simulations are like video game simulations of your financial future, and with 929 out of 1,000 showing positive returns, it seems you're winning more than losing. But aiming for the 50th percentile with a 193.1% return feels like aiming to be average. Why settle for middle-of-the-road when you could be aiming for the stars? Or at least a nicer car.

Asset classes Info

  • Stocks
    99%
  • Cash
    1%

With 99% in stocks and a lonely 1% in cash, this portfolio is like going to a buffet and only filling your plate with salad. Sure, it's healthy and might even be what you need, but where's the variety? The excitement? This asset allocation screams "I'm afraid of commitment" to anything that's not equities.

Sectors Info

  • Technology
    26%
  • Financials
    16%
  • Consumer Discretionary
    11%
  • Health Care
    10%
  • Industrials
    10%
  • Telecommunications
    8%
  • Consumer Staples
    6%
  • Energy
    4%
  • Basic Materials
    3%
  • Real Estate
    3%
  • Utilities
    3%

The sector allocation here is like a tech-heavy playlist on repeat. With 26% in technology, it's clear where the heart lies, but what about the other tunes out there? Financial services and consumer cyclicals get some love, but the underrepresentation of energy and real estate sectors is like forgetting about classic rock and jazz. Diversify your music taste, please.

Regions Info

  • North America
    81%
  • Europe Developed
    8%
  • Japan
    3%
  • Asia Emerging
    3%
  • Asia Developed
    2%
  • Australasia
    1%
  • Africa/Middle East
    1%

North America at 81%? This portfolio's geography screams "I've heard of other countries but can't find them on a map." While home bias is comfortable, like your favorite pair of old socks, branching out could prevent portfolio frostbite. Europe, Asia, and emerging markets are like the exotic destinations you dream about but never visit. It's time to stamp that passport.

Market capitalization Info

  • Mega-cap
    42%
  • Large-cap
    30%
  • Mid-cap
    19%
  • Small-cap
    7%
  • Micro-cap
    1%

A focus on mega and big caps is like preferring blockbuster movies over indie films; it's mainstream but sometimes misses out on the gems. With 42% in mega and 30% in big caps, you're riding the waves of giants, but the 7% in small caps is like tipping the waiter only because you have to. Small and micro caps can add spice to your portfolio—don't ignore them.

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.

Click on the colored dots to explore allocations.

In terms of risk versus return, this portfolio is playing it safer than a kid with floaties in the shallow end. There's nothing wrong with caution, but remember, no great story ever started with "I played it safe." If the Efficient Frontier is a beach, you're barely getting your feet wet. Time to consider if a little more risk could bring a lot more reward.

Dividends Info

  • VANGUARD EMERGING MARKETS STOCK INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL SHARES 2.90%
  • VANGUARD INSTITUTIONAL INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL PLUS SHARES 2.50%
  • VANGUARD SMALL-CAP INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL SHARES 1.50%
  • VANGUARD DEVELOPED MARKETS INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL SHARES 2.80%
  • Weighted yield (per year) 2.46%

With a total yield of 2.46%, this portfolio is like a low-interest savings account with more steps. Sure, dividends are the snacks of the investment world, but at this rate, you're barely getting appetizers. If income is your goal, you might want to look at buffing up those dividend heavyweights rather than relying on the lightweights to carry the team.

Ongoing product costs Info

  • VANGUARD EMERGING MARKETS STOCK INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL SHARES 0.09%
  • VANGUARD INSTITUTIONAL INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL PLUS SHARES 0.02%
  • VANGUARD SMALL-CAP INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL SHARES 0.04%
  • VANGUARD DEVELOPED MARKETS INDEX FUND INSTITUTIONAL SHARES 0.03%
  • Weighted costs total (per year) 0.03%

The one thing this portfolio has going for it is the low costs. With a total TER of 0.03%, it's like finding a dollar on the sidewalk every few miles. It's not life-changing, but it's a pleasant surprise in an otherwise uneventful journey. Keep pinching those pennies—it's one of the few thrills here.

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