Investing in today's dynamic markets requires strategies that can adapt, balance risk and reward, and capitalize on opportunities. The WBI BullBear Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA, a part of our Trend Switch series, offers a sophisticated approach to navigate market trends and manage risk. The models use AI to generate predictive analytics that produce a weekly "risk on" or "risk off" signal. The strategy aims to optimize bull and bear market cycles in an effort to produce attractive returns with less risk.
A Data-Driven Approach
At the core of the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA is a global macro data-driven model. Every week, our models make a 'risk-on' or 'risk-off' decision based on a comprehensive range of influential factors, including CPI, market momentum, earnings, and more. This dynamic approach allows us to capitalize on trends in the market by investing in large-cap stocks when they are trending upwards, and moving to cash or cash-like instruments when they are trending downwards. When the strategy moves to cash, the funds are typically invested in fixed income securities that are actively managed by the model for duration and credit quality.
A Compelling Performance Record
As of December 31, 2023, the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA has achieved an impressive 24.18% return for 2023, net of fees, showcasing its ability to deliver attractive returns in the current market environment. Over the 1-year period, the strategy was competitive with the S&P 500 Index’s return of 26.29%, and it outperformed the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index which was at 5.53%.
Over the 3-year and 5-year periods, the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA delivered steady positive annualized returns of 5.21% (3 years) and 5.04% (5 years). Though slightly less than the S&P 500 over these time frames (10.00% and 15.69% respectively), the strategy again outperformed significantly over bonds with the Bloomberg Agg returning -3.31% (3 years) and 1.10% (5 years).
Since its inception in 2017, the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA provided a strong 6.78% return (12.48% for the S&P 500 Index and 0.95% for the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index for the same period). The long-term performance of the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA has demonstrated its ability to consistently perform and adapt across different market cycles.
Risk Management
One of the most compelling aspects of the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA is its commitment to risk management by switching between ‘risk-on’ and ‘risk-off’ positions. Over the 3-year timeframe as of August 31, 2023, the strategy's max drawdown was -17.45%, compared to the S&P 500 Index's drawdown of -23.87%. This risk-mitigation advantage underscores our dedication to capital preservation while seeking growth.
Recognized Excellence
The Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA is not only backed by a strong performance track record but also received a 3-star Overall Morningstar RatingTM and a 4-Star 3 Year Morningstar RatingTM as of December 31, 2023, out of 372 funds in the tactical allocation category, based on risk-adjusted returns. This recognition places our strategy among the top in the Morningstar US Tactical Allocation category, reflecting its competitive edge.
Invest with Confidence
With a systematic, AI-powered approach, a history of success spanning three decades, and recognition from Morningstar, the Trend Switch US 1000 Bond SMA offers investors a powerful tool to navigate the complexities of the market. Whether you're looking for growth, risk management, or a balance of both, our strategy is designed to help you achieve your financial objectives.
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