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About

A rule-based, multi-asset strategy that mostly sits in cash but tilts toward UVXY (volatility hedge) when volatility/momentum signals warn of risk, and tilts into semiconductors or defensive sectors when momentum supports a risk-on regime; uses RSI and moving-average checks across SPY, QQQ, SOXX/SOXL/SOXS, XLP, XLF, VTV to drive allocation.
NutHow it works
Think of it as a weather‑proofing system for a small set of investments. The model starts with cash and, only when several momentum and trend checks align, it allocates to a basket of ETFs. If volatility looks like it’s spiking (UVXY signals strength by RSI readings) and broad-market trend signals confirm weakness (e.g., SPY/QQQ conditions), the system tilts toward UVXY as a hedge/beneficiary of rising volatility. If signals point to a risk-on regime, it rotates into momentum-oriented or sector exposures (notably semiconductors via SOXL/SOXX/SOXS) or defensive plays (XLP, XLF, VTV). The checks use RSI thresholds (typically in the high 70s to 80s) over various windows (2–25 days) and price relations (SPY price vs a long-term moving average) to avoid reacting to every short-term blip. When signals don’t meet the criteria, the model tends to stay in cash or keep an equal-weight stance across the eligible assets, preventing over-commitment to any single bet. In short: a rules-based balancing act between hedging volatility, chasing momentum in tech/semis, and leaning on defensives for stability, all governed by multi-timeframe confirmations to reduce false signals.
CheckmarkValue prop
Out-of-sample annualized return ~57% vs SPY ~17%, with a near-1 Sharpe and positive alpha, powered by disciplined volatility hedging (UVXY) and selective momentum into semis/defensives. Higher drawdowns in harsh regimes imply higher risk tolerance.
1M
3M
6M
YTD
1Y
3Y
Max
Performance
Compared to selected benchmarks
AlphaBetaR2R
1.382.030.140.37
Performance Metrics
Cumulative ReturnAnnualized ReturnTrailing 1M ReturnTrailing 3M ReturnSharpe Ratio
669.43%15.2%-1.77%0.2%0.93
10,802,011,513.49%260.78%-18.61%18.64%1.85
Initial Investment
$10,000.00
Final Value
$1,080,201,161,349.12
Regulatory Fees
$3,352,058,134.79
Total Slippage
$5,590,677,197.50
Invest in this strategy
OOS Start Date
Jul 7, 2024
Trading Setting
Threshold 10%
Type
Stocks
Category
Volatility hedge, multi-asset rotation, momentum-based, leveraged/inverse etfs
Tickers in this symphonyThis symphony trades 10 assets in total
Ticker
Type
QQQ
Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1
Stocks
SOXL
Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X ETF
Stocks
SOXS
Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X ETF
Stocks
SOXX
iShares Semiconductor ETF
Stocks
SPY
State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
Stocks
UVXY
ProShares Ultra VIX Short-Term Futures ETF
Stocks
VOX
Vanguard Communication Services ETF
Stocks
VTV
Vanguard Value ETF
Stocks
XLF
State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF
Stocks
XLP
State Street Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF
Stocks

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.

"Step by step 0.0.0.8" is currently performing the same as yesterday today. Performance updates in real time during market hours.

"Step by step 0.0.0.8" is currently allocated toSOXL. Holdings automatically adjust as market conditions change based on the strategy's rules.

Year-to-date, "Step by step 0.0.0.8" has returned 36.54%. You can adjust the performance chart above to view returns across different time horizons.

The maximum drawdown for "Step by step 0.0.0.8" is 84.40%. 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 "Step by step 0.0.0.8", 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.