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Macro Timing with Trend Following

Timing when to invest in trend following strategies is hard, but evidence shows it may be done based on the stage of the economic cycle.

The Speed Limit of Trend

Using simulation techniques, we aim to explore how different trend speed models behave for different drawdown sizes, durations, and volatility levels.

Trend Following in Cash Balance Plans

We explore the application of trend following, and the potential consistency improvements it can introduce, within the framework of a cash balance plan.

How Much Accuracy Is Enough?

Pursuing higher accuracy in an investment strategy is not always enough to make the strategy good over the long run. Skew is also important to consider.

Tightening the Uncertain Payout of Trend-Following

Long/flat trend-following strategies look like call options with uncertainty. Combining multiple trend models can reduce this uncertainty in the payout.