Three fund global stock portfolio with strong growth focus and modest tech momentum tilt
Report created on Mar 19, 2026Risk profile
4/7
Diversification profile
3/5
Positions
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VT Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
VTI - US9229087690 60.00% -
VX Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
VXUS - US9219097683 30.00% -
QQ Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
QQQM - US46138G6492 10.00%
The structure here is super simple: three equity ETFs, roughly 60% broad US stocks, 30% broad international stocks, and 10% NASDAQ 100 growth exposure, plus about 1% cash. That’s essentially an “all‑stock” portfolio with a small cash buffer. This kind of setup is easy to understand and maintain, because most of the risk and return comes from the global stock market rather than from niche bets. For many long‑term investors, a straightforward core of broad index funds with one clearly defined tilt is a solid foundation, as it keeps behavior and discipline more important than constant tinkering or stock picking.
Growth
Historically, the portfolio shows a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.21%, meaning it has grown about 13% per year on average, like measuring average speed over a long road trip. The max drawdown of –26.98% indicates the worst peak‑to‑trough loss over the period, which is relatively moderate for an almost 100% stock mix. Compared with broad equity benchmarks like the S&P 500 or global indices, that combination suggests competitive growth without extreme downside. Still, all backtests are backward‑looking; markets change, and past growth rates are not promises. The main takeaway is that the risk/return profile so far has been consistent with a growth‑oriented yet not ultra‑aggressive equity allocation.
Projection
The Monte Carlo simulation runs 1,000 alternate futures using historical return and volatility patterns, then shows a range of possible outcomes. It’s like rolling the dice many times to see different market paths, not just a straight‑line forecast. Here, the median (50th percentile) scenario grows to about 458% of the starting value, while the 5th percentile still ends at roughly 78%, and the 67th percentile near 679%. An average simulated annual return of 14.77% looks very optimistic but is not guaranteed; it’s based on a strong historical period. The key idea is understanding the wide range of possible results rather than anchoring on a single “expected” number.
Asset classes
- Stocks 99%
- Cash 1%
Asset‑class exposure is almost entirely stocks (99%) with just 1% in cash and nothing material in bonds or alternatives. That makes this a pure growth portfolio where short‑term value swings can be large, but long‑run return potential is high. Compared with a more “balanced” mix that might hold 40–60% bonds, this tilts clearly toward capital appreciation over income or capital stability. The benefit is maximum participation when stocks do well; the trade‑off is larger drawdowns in bear markets. This setup generally fits investors who can stomach multi‑year ups and downs and don’t need to tap the money soon for spending or major near‑term goals.
Sectors
- Technology 28%
- Financials 14%
- Industrials 11%
- Consumer Discretionary 10%
- Health Care 9%
- Telecommunications 9%
- Consumer Staples 6%
- Basic Materials 4%
- Energy 4%
- Utilities 3%
- Real Estate 2%
Sector exposure is broad, with 11 sectors above the 2% threshold: about 28% in technology, then meaningful stakes in financials, industrials, consumer cyclicals, healthcare, communication services, consumer defensive, materials, energy, utilities, and real estate. This spread aligns reasonably well with major global equity benchmarks, which is a strong indicator of healthy diversification. The tech and communication tilt, reinforced by the NASDAQ 100 sleeve, means performance will be somewhat tied to growth and innovation cycles, and these sectors can be more sensitive to interest‑rate shifts. Still, the presence of defensives like utilities, consumer staples, and healthcare helps smooth the ride when growth sectors cool off.
Regions
- North America 72%
- Europe Developed 11%
- Japan 5%
- Asia Emerging 4%
- Asia Developed 4%
- Australasia 1%
- Africa/Middle East 1%
- Latin America 1%
Geographically, the portfolio is clearly anchored in North America at 72%, with additional exposure to developed Europe, Japan, developed and emerging Asia, plus small slices of Australasia, Latin America, and Africa/Middle East. This pattern is quite close to global market‑cap weights, so it lines up well with how the investable world is actually structured. That alignment is beneficial because it avoids heavy “home country bias” beyond what’s typical for global benchmarks, while still letting the dominant US market drive returns. Underweights in smaller regions are minor and unlikely to materially affect diversification. Overall, the geographic mix supports a solid global spread of economic and currency drivers.
Market capitalization
- Mega-cap 44%
- Large-cap 31%
- Mid-cap 18%
- Small-cap 5%
- Micro-cap 1%
Market‑cap exposure leans heavily toward larger companies, with 44% in mega caps and 31% in big caps, then 18% medium, 5% small, and 1% micro. That’s very similar to typical broad market indices, which naturally skew toward giants because they represent more of total market value. Bigger firms usually have more stable businesses and better access to capital, which can reduce relative risk compared with a small‑cap‑heavy portfolio. The smaller allocation to small and micro caps still adds some growth and diversification potential, especially over long horizons. This is a sensible, mainstream size profile that won’t behave like a niche small‑cap or micro‑cap strategy.
True holdings
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NV NVIDIA Corporation 4.58%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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AA Apple Inc 4.27%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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MS Microsoft Corporation 3.23%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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AM Amazon.com Inc 2.27%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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GO Alphabet Inc Class A 1.99%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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AV Broadcom Inc 1.67%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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ME Meta Platforms Inc. 1.64%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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GO Alphabet Inc Class C 1.62%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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TS Tesla Inc 1.42%
Part of fund(s):- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
- LS 1x Tesla Tracker ETP Securities GBP
- Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
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23 Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. 1.03%
Part of fund(s):- Vanguard International Equity Index Funds - Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
- iShares Asia 50 ETF
- Top 10 total 23.73%
Looking through the ETFs, the portfolio has meaningful indirect exposure to mega‑cap leaders like NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Broadcom, Meta, Tesla, and TSMC. These names show up via multiple funds, especially the broad US ETF and the NASDAQ 100 tilt, creating “hidden” concentration even though you only own three tickers. For example, NVIDIA and Apple together already account for nearly 9% of total exposure. Overlap is probably slightly higher than shown because only top‑10 ETF holdings are captured. The practical takeaway: returns will be heavily influenced by a small group of large growth companies, which has boosted performance recently but can magnify swings if big tech stumbles.
Factors
Factor exposure shows strong tilts to size (85%), momentum (55.1%), and low volatility (56%), with lower exposure to value (25%) and no reliable signals reported for quality or yield. Factors are like underlying “personality traits” of stocks that research links to returns, such as cheapness (value), recent winners (momentum), or stability (low volatility). A strong size tilt here means a bias toward larger companies, which usually means steadier business models. The mix of momentum and low‑volatility is interesting: it can perform well in trending markets but may lag if leadership shifts abruptly or if deep value stages a comeback. Limited signal coverage means these readings are helpful guides, not precise diagnostics.
Risk contribution
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Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares
Weight: 60.00% 61.9% -
Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares
Weight: 30.00% 25.6% -
Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF
Weight: 10.00% 12.6%
Risk contribution measures how much each holding adds to total portfolio ups and downs, which can differ from its weight, like a single loud instrument dominating an orchestra. The broad US ETF has a 60% weight but contributes about 61.9% of risk, roughly in line with its size. The international ETF, at 30% weight, contributes a bit less risk at 25.55%, showing it slightly dampens volatility. The NASDAQ 100, with only 10% weight, accounts for 12.55% of risk, so each dollar there adds more volatility than the rest. That’s expected for a concentrated growth index. Regularly checking whether these risk shares match your comfort level is more important than focusing only on weights.
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.
On a risk‑return chart called the efficient frontier, each point shows the best possible return for a given level of volatility using the existing holdings in different mixes. The “optimal” portfolio on this curve has the highest Sharpe ratio, meaning the best return per unit of risk. If the current allocation sits slightly below that curve, it suggests that simply reweighting these three ETFs could improve risk‑adjusted performance without adding new funds. If it’s already close to the frontier, that signals an efficient setup for the chosen risk level. Either way, periodic rebalancing back toward a thoughtfully chosen target can help keep the portfolio near its desired spot.
Dividends
- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF 0.50%
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares 1.20%
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares 3.10%
- Weighted yield (per year) 1.70%
The overall dividend yield is about 1.7%, combining roughly 1.2% from US stocks, 3.1% from international stocks, and 0.5% from the NASDAQ 100 ETF. That’s a modest income level by historical standards but reasonable for a growth‑oriented equity mix. International stocks add useful yield, since many non‑US markets pay higher dividends. For investors in the accumulation phase, dividends are mostly useful as automatic reinvestment fuel, quietly buying more shares during downturns. For someone seeking living income, this level alone probably wouldn’t meet cash‑flow needs without selling shares. Either way, dividends are just one component of total return, alongside price appreciation, and shouldn’t be the sole focus here.
Ongoing product costs
- Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF 0.15%
- Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares 0.03%
- Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund ETF Shares 0.05%
- Weighted costs total (per year) 0.05%
The cost profile is impressively low. The broad US ETF charges about 0.03% annually, the international fund 0.05%, and the NASDAQ 100 ETF 0.15%, for a blended total expense ratio around 0.05%. That’s far below the average of many active funds. Fees work like friction in a machine: the less friction, the more of the market’s return you actually keep. Over 20–30 years, shaving even half a percent in annual costs can translate into a significantly larger ending balance. This fee structure is very well aligned with best practices for long‑term investing and gives the portfolio a quiet but meaningful edge over higher‑cost alternatives.
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