Warren Buffett Index Fund Portfolio
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This portfolio is also called Warren Buffett Index Portfolio (90/10) or Warren Buffett ETF Portfolio (90/10), a strategy inspired by the investment principles outlined by Warren Buffett himself. In a letter to Berkshire Hathaway investors in 2013, Buffett revealed his instructions for the trustee of his wife's inheritance. According to his guidance, 90% of the funds were to be allocated to a low-fee stock index fund, while the remaining 10% would be invested in short-term government bonds.

The Warren Buffett Index or ETF Portfolio (90/10) is designed to offer a straightforward and passive approach to investing. By allocating a significant portion of the portfolio to a low-fee stock index fund, investors can capture the long-term growth potential of the stock market. Index funds aim to replicate the performance of a specific market index, such as the S&P 500, providing broad exposure to a diverse range of companies.

The choice of a low-fee stock index fund aligns with Buffett's emphasis on keeping costs low. By opting for funds with minimal expense ratios, investors can maximize their returns over the long run. Low fees ensure that a larger portion of the investment's performance directly benefits the portfolio, rather than being eroded by high costs.

In addition to the stock index fund, the portfolio also includes a 10% allocation to short-term government bonds. This allocation provides a conservative and stable component to the portfolio. Short-term government bonds are typically considered low-risk investments and can act as a hedge against market volatility.

The 90/10 allocation reflects Buffett's belief in the long-term growth potential of the stock market, while also acknowledging the importance of preserving capital through more conservative investments. This balance allows investors to participate in the market's potential upside while maintaining a level of stability.

The portfolio is suitable for anyone's long term investment portfolio as long as one is prepared for the investment that will not be tapped for a long time, preferrably over more than 20 years.

Asset Allocation

The portfolio consists of the following

Stocks VFINX 90%
Bonds VFISX 10%

It's simulated from 10/30/1991

ETF and Other Fund Substitutes

Substitute

VFINX to VOO, SPY, VTI

VFISX to SHY, USFR, TFLO


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Rolling Returns

From 10/30/1991 to 05/08/2024, the worst annualized return of 3-year rolling returns is -12.34%.

From 10/30/1991 to 05/08/2024, the worst annualized return of 5-year rolling returns is -2.97%.

From 10/30/1991 to 05/08/2024, the worst annualized return of 10-year rolling returns is -1.19%.

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