TOP DOWN
A top-down macro model is used to determine broader asset allocation based on the following environments:
- Deflationary boom. Inflation lower, growth higher
- Deflationary bust. Inflation lower, growth lower
- Inflationary boom. Inflation higher, growth higher
- Inflationary bust. Inflation higher, growth lower
To reduce turnover, trend inflation and growth environments are considered
BOTTOM UP
Once sector allocation and duration are determined, individual securities are selected by analyzing micro-drivers.
DERIVATIVES OVERLAY
Low risk derivatives overlay is used to:
- Boost returns
- Reduce risk