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Asset Allocation Calculator

Find the right mix of stocks, bonds, and cash for your portfolio. Get an age-based recommendation, build a custom allocation, or check whether your current holdings need rebalancing. Works with any currency.

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Used to calculate base stock allocation (110 - age)
Adjusts the age-based allocation up or down
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How to Use This Calculator

Tab "By Age / Risk"

Enter your age, select a risk tolerance (aggressive, growth, moderate, conservative, or retirement), and enter your total portfolio value. The calculator uses the 110-minus-age rule, adjusted by your risk profile, to recommend a split across stocks, bonds, cash, and alternatives — with dollar amounts for each.

Tab "Custom Allocation"

Enter your own target percentages for stocks, bonds, cash, alternatives, and REITs. The percentages must add up to exactly 100%. Then enter your total portfolio value to see the dollar amount for each asset class.

Tab "Rebalance Check"

Enter the current dollar amounts of your holdings in each asset class, plus your target percentages. The calculator shows how far each class has drifted from its target and tells you exactly how much to buy or sell to get back on track.

The Formulas

Age-based stock allocation:
Stocks % = 110 − Age, adjusted by risk tolerance

Risk adjustments:
Aggressive: +15%, Growth: +5%, Moderate: +0%, Conservative: −15%, Retirement: −25%

Dollar amount per asset class:
Amount = Total Portfolio × (Target % / 100)

Drift from target:
Drift = (Current Amount / Total Portfolio × 100) − Target %

Rebalance action:
Action = (Target % × Total Portfolio / 100) − Current Amount
Positive = buy more, Negative = sell

All calculations are universal and pre-tax. No country-specific tax rules or fund-specific data are applied. Results are estimates only.

Worked Examples

Example 1 — Age 35, aggressive risk, $200K portfolio

A 35-year-old investor with high risk tolerance and a $200,000 portfolio wants an age-based allocation.

Age35
Risk toleranceAggressive
Base stocks (110 − 35)75%
Aggressive adjustment (+15)90%
Stocks (90%)$180,000
Bonds (6%)$12,000
Cash (1%)$2,000
Alternatives (3%)$6,000

With a long time horizon and high risk tolerance, 90% equities maximises long-term growth potential despite short-term volatility.

Example 2 — Custom 70/20/10 allocation on $500K

An investor wants a custom split of 70% stocks, 20% bonds, and 10% cash across a $500,000 portfolio.

Total portfolio$500,000
Stocks (70%)$350,000
Bonds (20%)$100,000
Cash (10%)$50,000
Total allocation100% ✓

A straightforward three-fund approach. The 70/20/10 split balances growth with moderate downside protection and a cash buffer for near-term needs.

Example 3 — Rebalance check: 78/22 back to 70/30

An investor’s $200,000 portfolio has drifted to 78% stocks / 22% bonds after a strong equity run. Target allocation is 70% stocks / 25% bonds / 5% cash.

Current stocks$156,000 (78%)
Current bonds$44,000 (22%)
Target stocks70% → $140,000
Target bonds25% → $50,000
Target cash5% → $10,000
Action: StocksSell $16,000
Action: BondsBuy $6,000
Action: CashBuy $10,000
Maximum drift8% (stocks) — rebalance recommended

With stocks drifting 8 percentage points above target, rebalancing is recommended. Selling $16,000 of stocks and redistributing to bonds and cash restores the target allocation.

Understanding Asset Allocation

What Is Asset Allocation?

Asset allocation is the process of dividing your investment portfolio among different asset categories — stocks, bonds, cash, and alternatives — to manage risk and maximise returns for your specific goals and time horizon. It is the single most important decision an investor makes.

The 110 Minus Age Rule

A widely used rule of thumb: subtract your age from 110 (or 120 for more aggressive investors) to determine what percentage of your portfolio should be in stocks. The remainder goes to bonds, cash, and other assets. A 30-year-old would hold 80% stocks, while a 60-year-old would hold 50%. This accounts for the fact that younger investors have more time to recover from market downturns.

Model Allocations by Life Stage

Aggressive (20s-30s): 80-90% stocks, 5-15% bonds, 0-5% cash. Long time horizon justifies high equity exposure.

Growth (30s-40s): 70-80% stocks, 15-25% bonds, 5% cash. Still growth-oriented with some diversification.

Moderate (40s-50s): 60-70% stocks, 25-35% bonds, 5-10% cash. Balanced approach as retirement becomes visible.

Conservative (50s-60s): 40-60% stocks, 30-40% bonds, 10-20% cash. Capital preservation gains importance.

Retirement (65+): 30-40% stocks, 40-50% bonds, 15-25% cash. Income and stability take priority.

When to Rebalance

Portfolios drift from their targets as different asset classes earn different returns. Most advisers recommend rebalancing when any asset class drifts more than 5 percentage points from its target, or on a calendar basis (annually or semi-annually). You can rebalance by selling overweight assets, buying underweight ones, or directing new contributions to underweight classes.

Beyond the Basics

Within each asset class, further diversification matters. Stocks can be split into domestic/international and large/small cap. Bonds can be split into government/corporate and short/long term. Alternatives might include REITs, commodities, or private equity. Your allocation strategy should evolve as your goals, income, and life circumstances change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Asset allocation is the strategy of dividing your portfolio among stocks, bonds, cash, and alternatives. Research shows it accounts for over 90% of return variability over time. The right allocation depends on your age, risk tolerance, goals, and time horizon. Getting it right is more important than picking individual stocks or timing the market.
Subtract your age from 110 to get your recommended stock percentage. At age 30 that is 80% stocks, at 50 that is 60%, at 70 that is 40%. The remaining percentage goes to bonds, cash, and alternatives. This rule is then adjusted up or down based on your risk tolerance. Some aggressive investors use 120 minus age instead.
Most advisers recommend rebalancing when any asset class drifts more than 5 percentage points from its target. Alternatively, rebalance on a calendar basis: annually or semi-annually. You can rebalance by selling overweight assets, directing new contributions to underweight classes, or a combination of both. Tax-advantaged accounts are ideal for rebalancing since sales do not trigger capital gains taxes.
REITs (real estate investment trusts) and alternatives can improve diversification because they often move differently from stocks and bonds. A 5-10% allocation to REITs or alternatives is common in moderate portfolios. However, they add complexity and may have higher fees. A simple three-fund portfolio of stocks, bonds, and cash is sufficient for most investors.
No. This is a universal asset allocation calculator that works with any currency. It uses standard age-based and risk-based allocation guidelines. No country-specific tax rules, fund-specific data, or regulatory considerations are applied. For country-specific investment calculators, see the country links below the calculator.

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