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A two-step RSI-based rule: if XLP RSI > 78 and UVXY RSI > 50, allocate to volatility ETFs VIXM and VIXY; otherwise hold BRK/A. Weights are equal across chosen assets, with minimal rebalancing and no automatic frequent rebalancing.
NutHow it works
- The strategy runs in an equities framework and uses momentum signals (RSI) computed on two tickers with a 10-day window. - First signal (XLP RSI vs 78): asks if the 10-day RSI of XLP (consumer staples sector) is greater than 78. - If that is true, it checks a second signal inside: the 10-day RSI of UVXY (a volatility proxy) greater than 50. - If both signals are true, the strategy allocates to volatility-related ETFs: VIXM and VIXY, i.e., it shifts into volatility hedges when both momentum signals fire. - If either signal is false, the strategy falls back to holding Berkshire Hathaway (BRK/A). - The wrapper indicates cash-equal weighting among the chosen assets (wt-cash-equal), a very small rebalancing tolerance (rebalance-corridor-width of 0.1), and explicitly no ongoing automatic rebalancing (rebalance: none). - The name suggests the XLP signal is used as the gating rule rather than trading XLP itself. - Assets involved: VIXM, VIXY (volatility futures ETFs), UVXY (another volatility ETF used for signaling), and BRK/A (Berkshire Hathaway Class A stock). - Risk notes: volatility ETFs can be volatile and have decay/term-structure risks; this approach concentrates positions based on a pair of aggressive RSI thresholds, which may lead to rapid shifts in exposure during stress periods.
CheckmarkValue prop
Strong risk-adjusted alpha: ~27.8% annualized return, Sharpe 2.36, max drawdown 2.58%—better risk/return than the S&P 500. RSI-gated shift to volatility hedges on momentum, otherwise BRK/A; minimal turnover. OOS days: 0
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Performance
Compared to selected benchmarks
AlphaBetaR2R
0-0.010-0.06
Performance Metrics
Cumulative ReturnAnnualized ReturnTrailing 1M ReturnTrailing 3M ReturnSharpe Ratio
605.13%14.55%-1.77%0.2%0.89
4.06%0.28%-3.14%0.12
Initial Investment
$10,000.00
Final Value
$10,405.84
Regulatory Fees
$1.11
Total Slippage
$6.33
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OOS Start Date
Nov 15, 2025
Trading Setting
Threshold 10%
Type
Stocks
Category
Equities, rsi-based signals, tactical allocation, volatility etfs
Tickers in this symphonyThis symphony trades 5 assets in total
Ticker
Type
BRK/A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Stocks
UVXY
ProShares Ultra VIX Short-Term Futures ETF
Stocks
VIXM
ProShares VIX Mid-Term Futures ETF
Stocks
VIXY
ProShares VIX Short-Term Futures 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.

"XLP makes some sense" is currently performing the same as yesterday today. Performance updates in real time during market hours.

"XLP makes some sense" holdings automatically adjust as market conditions change based on the strategy's rules.

Year-to-date, "XLP makes some sense" has returned -9.43%. You can adjust the performance chart above to view returns across different time horizons.

The maximum drawdown for "XLP makes some sense" is 7.82%. 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.

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