October 2024 | Portfolio Update

October 2024 | Portfolio Update

Why We’re Willing — And Wanting — To Look Different From the Norm “You cannot swim for new horizons until you have courage to lose sight of the shore.” – William Faulkner In investing, the principle of non-correlation presents both opportunities and challenges.  While...
October 2024 | Portfolio Update

September 2024 | Portfolio Update

Price Drives Sentiment “Without data, you’re just another person with an opinion.” –W. Edwards Deming From July 16 to August 5, the S&P 500 experienced an 8.5% decline, culminating in a sharp 3% drop on August 5. During this period, headlines, clients, and...
October 2024 | Portfolio Update

August 2024 | Portfolio Update

While Market’s Direction is Uncertain, Our Response is Predetermined “We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.” –Anaïs Nin In investing, behavioral biases often amplify investor anxiety. Periods when steady gains are followed by modest declines can be...
October 2024 | Portfolio Update

July 2024 | Portfolio Update

Surf’s Up! Why We’re Paddling Into the Waves  “Investing should be more like watching paint dry or watching grass grow. If you want excitement, take $800 and go to Las Vegas.” – Paul Samuelson We are frequently asked whether we are optimistic or pessimistic about the...
October 2024 | Portfolio Update

June 2024 | Portfolio Update

Trend Following’s Response To Delayed Rate Cuts “Never mistake a clear view for a short distance.” –Paul Saffo We believe a significant advantage of trend following is its ability to help manage emotions and behaviors by providing a clear, adaptable plan for any...