Portfolio Summary
Provide a high-level overview: total market value, net contributions/withdrawals during the period, and total return. Include inception date and account type.
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Portfolio review template for [client type]
Use this template to portfolio review template for [client type].
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Finance |
| Owner | [Team or owner] |
| Version | [Version number] |
| Effective Date | [Date] |
| Review Cycle | [Monthly / Quarterly / Annual / Event-based] |
| Status | [Draft / In Review / Approved] |
Provide a high-level overview: total market value, net contributions/withdrawals during the period, and total return. Include inception date and account type.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Present period returns (QTD, YTD, 1-year, 3-year, since inception) compared against the relevant benchmark. Use a table showing the portfolio return, benchmark return, and excess return for each period.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Show the current allocation versus the target IPS allocation. Identify any deviations outside policy ranges. Use a table with current weight, target weight, and variance.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Report key risk statistics: standard deviation, Sharpe ratio, maximum drawdown, beta, and portfolio duration (if applicable). Use a table comparing portfolio metrics to benchmark.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Provide specific, actionable investment recommendations based on the analysis: rebalancing actions, manager changes, allocation shifts, and rationale for each.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
List concrete next steps with owners and deadlines. Use tables for all quantitative data. Include specific dollar amounts and percentages.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Document review conclusions, approvals, unresolved items, and next review date.
| Role | Name | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preparer | [Name] | [Date] | [Notes] |
| Reviewer | [Name] | [Date] | [Notes] |
| Approver | [Name] | [Date] | [Notes] |
Template Structure
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Provide a high-level overview: total market value, net contributions/withdrawals during the period, and total return. Include inception date and account type.
Present period returns (QTD, YTD, 1-year, 3-year, since inception) compared against the relevant benchmark. Use a table showing the portfolio return, benchmark return, and excess return for each period.
Show the current allocation versus the target IPS allocation. Identify any deviations outside policy ranges. Use a table with current weight, target weight, and variance.
Report key risk statistics: standard deviation, Sharpe ratio, maximum drawdown, beta, and portfolio duration (if applicable). Use a table comparing portfolio metrics to benchmark.
Provide specific, actionable investment recommendations based on the analysis: rebalancing actions, manager changes, allocation shifts, and rationale for each.
List concrete next steps with owners and deadlines. Use tables for all quantitative data. Include specific dollar amounts and percentages.
Write a Client Portfolio Review document in a professional, advisory tone suitable for presentation to clients. Structure with:
Provide a high-level overview: total market value, net contributions/withdrawals during the period, and total return. Include inception date and account type.
Present period returns (QTD, YTD, 1-year, 3-year, since inception) compared against the relevant benchmark. Use a table showing the portfolio return, benchmark return, and excess return for each period.
Show the current allocation versus the target IPS allocation. Identify any deviations outside policy ranges. Use a table with current weight, target weight, and variance.
Report key risk statistics: standard deviation, Sharpe ratio, maximum drawdown, beta, and portfolio duration (if applicable). Use a table comparing portfolio metrics to benchmark.
Provide specific, actionable investment recommendations based on the analysis: rebalancing actions, manager changes, allocation shifts, and rationale for each.
List concrete next steps with owners and deadlines.
Use tables for all quantitative data. Include specific dollar amounts and percentages.
Client: Redacted (HNWI-0482) | Review Date: January 15, 2026 | Advisor: Senior Wealth Manager
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Market Value (12/31/2025) | $8,425,000 |
| Beginning Value (01/01/2025) | $7,850,000 |
| Net Contributions | $200,000 |
| Investment Gain | $375,000 |
| Total Return (2025) | +4.8% |
| Account Type | Revocable Trust |
| Inception Date | March 2019 |
| Period | Portfolio | Benchmark (60/40) | Excess Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2025 | +1.2% | +1.0% | +0.2% |
| YTD 2025 | +4.8% | +4.3% | +0.5% |
| 1-Year | +4.8% | +4.3% | +0.5% |
| 3-Year (annualized) | +6.2% | +5.8% | +0.4% |
| Since Inception (annualized) | +7.1% | +6.5% | +0.6% |
Benchmark: 60% S&P 500 TR / 40% Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index.
| Asset Class | Current % | Target % | Variance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Large Cap Equity | 38% | 35% | +3% | Within range |
| US Small/Mid Cap Equity | 12% | 10% | +2% | Within range |
| International Equity | 14% | 15% | -1% | Within range |
| Fixed Income — Core | 22% | 25% | -3% | Within range |
| Alternatives (Hedge Funds) | 8% | 10% | -2% | Within range |
| Cash | 6% | 5% | +1% | Within range |
All allocations are within policy bands (±5%). No mandatory rebalancing required.
| Metric | Portfolio | Benchmark | Commentary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annualized Std Dev (3-yr) | 10.8% | 11.2% | Slightly lower volatility |
| Sharpe Ratio (3-yr) | 0.57 | 0.52 | Better risk-adjusted return |
| Max Drawdown (2025) | -6.1% | -6.8% | Downside protection held |
| Beta vs. benchmark | 0.95 | 1.00 | Modestly defensive positioning |
| Action | Owner | Target Date |
|---|---|---|
| Execute rebalancing trades | Portfolio Manager | Feb 1, 2026 |
| Schedule alternatives manager call | Advisor | Jan 31, 2026 |
| Update IPS for 2026 (if changes needed) | Advisor + Client | Feb 15, 2026 |
| Confirm tax-loss harvesting opportunities | Tax Advisor | Jan 25, 2026 |
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