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A multi-module, rule-based strategy that blends dip-buying in major indexes with growth bets and a defensive hedge, using RSI and momentum filters to choose a few small bets, while keeping capital spread across modules and capped reallocation. High risk/reward with built-in hedges and multi-asset diversification.
NutHow it works
What it does in plain terms: - It watches for big dips in the market (Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500). When dips are detected, it may tilt toward leveraged growth bets to try to catch a rebound. - It keeps a Safety Mix of defensive assets (dollar index, gold, consumer staples, short Treasuries) as ballast to reduce risk when signals worsen. - It runs a higher-growth module that toggles between Risk ON (more growth bets) and Risk OFF (more hedges) based on momentum and drawdown signals. - It runs a “Fund Surfing” layer that picks a few assets with the strongest or weakest recent momentum (using RSI, a momentum gauge) and allocates cash to a small number of those bets. - All pieces are cash-weighted evenly across the active modules, with a mechanism to prevent large, abrupt shifts (a 5% corridor). - The overall approach is rule-based and quantitative, not a single “buy this” signal, and it uses a mix of popular and leveraged ETFs. It’s designed to be more reactive in volatile markets while maintaining diversification through hedges and multiple modules. It does not rely on a single indicator like RSI alone; RSI is just one of several momentum tests used to pick some Fund Surf assets.
CheckmarkValue prop
Out-of-sample shows up to 37.5% annualized return vs 22.8% for the S&P, driven by a diversified, rule-based dip-buy/momentum strategy with hedges. Higher upside, but expect larger drawdowns (~54% vs ~19%) and disciplined risk controls.

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OOS Start Date
Jan 9, 2023
Trading Setting
Threshold 5%
Type
Stocks
Category
Multi-asset, quantitative, momentum, trend-following, risk management, etfs
Tickers in this symphonyThis symphony trades 15 assets in total
Ticker
Type
DBA
Invesco DB Agriculture Fund
Stocks
DBC
Invesco DB Commodity Index Tracking Fund
Stocks
GLD
SPDR Gold Trust, SPDR Gold Shares
Stocks
QQQ
Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1
Stocks
SHY
iShares 1-3 Year Treasury Bond ETF
Stocks
SOXL
Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X ETF
Stocks
SPY
State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
Stocks
TECL
Direxion Daily Technology Bull 3x ETF
Stocks
TMF
Direxion Daily 20+ Year Treasury Bull 3X ETF
Stocks
TMV
Direxion Daily 20+ Year Treasury Bear 3X 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.

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

The symphony is currently allocated toUPRO, UUP, SHY, GLDandXLP. Holdings automatically adjust as market conditions change based on the strategy's rules.

Year-to-date, the symphony has returned 32.83%. You can adjust the performance chart above to view returns across different time horizons.

The maximum drawdown for the symphony is 54.17%. 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 the symphony, 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.