Stock & ETF Correlation Calculator

Analyze relationships between stocks, visualize correlation matrices, and optimize portfolio diversification

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SPY
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Correlation Analysis Results

Analysis Period:10/3/2024 - 10/3/2025
Correlation Basis:monthly returns
Number of Stocks:3

Equal Weight Portfolio Performance

Annual Return
18.23%
Volatility
16.54%
Sharpe Ratio
1.10

Correlation Matrix

SPYQQQDIA
SPY1.000.920.94
QQQ0.921.000.87
DIA0.940.871.00
Monthly correlations • 2024-10-03 to 2025-10-03Powered by MarketXLS
Strong positive (0.8+)
Moderate positive (0.4-0.8)
Weak (-0.2 to 0.2)
Moderate negative (-0.8 to -0.4)
Strong negative (-0.8-)

How to Use Our Stock Correlation Calculator

Our stock and ETF correlation calculator is the most comprehensive tool for analyzing relationships between securities. Whether you're building a diversified portfolio, analyzing sector ETFs like SPY and QQQ, or studying individual stock relationships, this calculator provides institutional-grade correlation analysis.

Key Features of This Correlation Calculator:

  • Real-time market data for accurate correlation calculations
  • Interactive heatmap visualization for easy correlation analysis
  • Multiple time periods - analyze daily, weekly, or monthly correlations
  • Rolling correlation analysis to track changing relationships over time
  • Up to 10 stocks for comprehensive portfolio correlation analysis

Unlike basic correlation calculators, our tool uses MarketXLS's institutional-grade data to provide accurate correlation matrices for thousands of stocks and ETFs. Simply search for any combination of stocks (like AAPL, MSFT) or ETFs (like SPY, QQQ, IWM) to instantly calculate their historical price correlations.

Step-by-Step Guide: Calculate Stock Correlations

1

Select Your Stocks

Add 2-10 stocks using the search bar. You can search by symbol or company name.

2

Set Your Analysis Period

Choose start and end dates for your correlation analysis. Longer periods provide more stable correlations.

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Choose Correlation Settings

Select daily, weekly, or monthly returns. Optionally set a rolling window for dynamic correlation analysis.

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Analyze Your Results

View the correlation heatmap and matrix to identify relationships between stocks in your portfolio.

Stock Correlation Calculator FAQ

What is stock correlation and why does it matter?

Stock correlation measures how two stocks move in relation to each other, ranging from -1 (perfect negative correlation) to +1 (perfect positive correlation). It matters for portfolio diversification because stocks with low or negative correlations can help reduce overall portfolio risk. Our calculator helps you identify these relationships to build a more balanced portfolio.

How accurate is this stock correlation calculator?

Our correlation calculator uses real-time price data from MarketXLS's institutional-grade database to calculate precise correlation coefficients. The accuracy depends on the time period selected - longer periods generally provide more stable correlations. We use standard statistical methods (Pearson correlation) to ensure results match professional financial analysis tools.

What's the difference between daily, weekly, and monthly correlations?

Daily correlations use daily price changes and are more sensitive to short-term market movements. Weekly correlations smooth out daily volatility and show medium-term relationships. Monthly correlations reveal long-term relationships between stocks. For portfolio construction, weekly or monthly correlations often provide more stable insights than daily correlations.

Who should use this stock correlation calculator?

This calculator is designed for investors, portfolio managers, and financial analysts who need to analyze relationships between stocks and ETFs. Whether you're optimizing portfolio diversification, analyzing sector correlations, or studying market relationships, our professional-grade tool provides the accurate data and visualizations you need. No registration required - start analyzing immediately.

How do I use correlation data for portfolio diversification?

To diversify effectively, look for stocks with low correlations (between -0.3 and 0.3) or negative correlations. Avoid portfolios with only highly correlated stocks (above 0.7) as they tend to move together. Mix stocks from different sectors, market caps, and geographies to achieve better diversification. Our heatmap visualization makes it easy to identify these relationships at a glance.

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