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A rule-based, momentum-and-trend–driven strategy around TQQQ that switches between long leverage (TQQQ), volatility hedges (VIXY/VIXM/SVXY), and cash (BIL) based on TQQQ’s 200-day trend and its 10-day RSI signals. No fixed rebalancing; reacts to signals to seek upside with risk controls.
NutHow it works
- The strategy starts with a cash-like base (100/100). It looks at TQQQ (a leveraged tech ETF) and asks two questions: 1) Is TQQQ above its 200-day moving average (a simple trend check)? 2) Is the 10-day RSI of TQQQ above 80 (very strong, overbought momentum) or below 30 (very weak, oversold momentum)? - If TQQQ is above the 200-day average and RSI is above 80, the model shifts into hedges: it allocates to VIXY (a volatility ETF) and BIL (short-term Treasuries / cash proxy). The idea is to trim risk when momentum is extreme but the uptrend is still intact. - If TQQQ is above its 200-day average but RSI is not above 80, the model has two fallback paths: • If RSI is below 30, go long TQQQ (take the levered tech bet when momentum is very oversold but the trend condition is still positive). • Otherwise (RSI between 30 and 80), allocate to VIXM and SVXY (volatility-focused hedges) to maintain a neutral-to-protected stance rather than chasing outright risk. - If the price is not above the 200-day average (i.e., not in the longer-term uptrend), the logic defaults to the alternative branch (also anchored in RSI thresholds) but still uses the same asset set: either TQQQ or volatility/cash hedges, depending on momentum. - The system does not rebalance on a fixed calendar; it only changes exposure when signals cross these thresholds, with a narrow corridor width to avoid excessive switching. In practical terms: you’ll mostly see exposure swing among three buckets—TQQQ (high risk/high return), VIXY+BIL (risk-off with some cash), and VIXM+SVXY (volatility hedges)—rather than a constant mix of all assets. Important caveats: TQQQ is a 3x levered ETF and can magnify losses as well as gains; VIXY, VIXM, and SVXY are volatile and can behave unpredictably around market stress; BIL provides cash-like stability but limited upside. The overall aim is to capture upside in a favorable trend while using momentum extremes and volatility signals to reduce risk or hedge during stress.
CheckmarkValue prop
Out-of-sample edge: annualized return ~64.7% vs SPY's 22.8%, Calmar ~1.72. Dynamic shifts between leveraged tech (TQQQ) and volatility hedges aim for outsized upside with disciplined risk controls, though drawdowns can be larger.
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AlphaBetaR2R
0.371.910.450.67
Performance Metrics
Cumulative ReturnAnnualized ReturnTrailing 1M ReturnTrailing 3M ReturnSharpe Ratio
667.41%15.19%-2.02%-1.16%0.93
279,382.72%73.43%-8.59%-15.41%1.4
Initial Investment
$10,000.00
Final Value
$27,948,272.17
Regulatory Fees
$28,542.79
Total Slippage
$196,622.00
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OOS Start Date
Jan 4, 2024
Trading Setting
Threshold 10%
Type
Stocks
Category
Momentum, trend-following, volatility hedging, leveraged etfs, rules-based
Tickers in this symphonyThis symphony trades 0 assets in total
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FAQ

A Composer symphony is an automated trading strategy that executes trades based on parameters of your choice. Some symphonies are similar to holding one ETF in normal conditions and rotating to a different ETF when market conditions shift, for example a 5% drop in the S&P 500, while others use complex rules with dozens of triggers. However, complex doesn’t always mean better. A simple, well-structured symphony can be just as effective as an intricate one. Learn more about how symphonies work here.

"Funnier" is currently performing the same as yesterday today. Performance updates in real time during market hours.

"Funnier" is currently allocated toSVXYandVIXM. Holdings automatically adjust as market conditions change based on the strategy's rules.

Year-to-date, "Funnier" has returned 42.75%. You can adjust the performance chart above to view returns across different time horizons.

The maximum drawdown for "Funnier" is 37.56%. The maximum drawdown measures the largest peak-to-trough decline. It's an important metric to evaluate risk and the strategy's behavior during market stress.

To invest in "Funnier", simply click the Invest button on this page. You'll need to open an account with Composer if you don't have one yet, then you can start investing. Composer will automatically execute the trades for you based on the strategy's rules. Composer also supports trading individual stocks, ETFs, and options.