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Pent Up Energy – Carry / Managed Futures Why Now?

Pent Up Energy – Carry / Managed Futures Why Now?

by Return Stacked® Portfolio Solutions | Sep 3, 2025 | Carry & Trend, Managed Futures, Portable Alpha

This piece examines how recent macro shocks have reshaped the landscape for carry, where drawdowns may conceal new sources of return. By viewing carry as the market’s hazard pay and applying return stacking, investors may access shifting opportunities without abandoning core allocations.

Filling the Gap: Enhancing Traditional Stock and Bond Portfolios with a Managed Futures Stack

Filling the Gap: Enhancing Traditional Stock and Bond Portfolios with a Managed Futures Stack

by Return Stacked® Portfolio Solutions | Jun 25, 2025 | Managed Futures, Return Stacking

Our latest paper explores how investors might enhance traditional stock and bond portfolios by overlaying managed futures – systematic trend-following strategies—on top of existing allocations

Return Stacking: Turning “Lazy Collateral” Into Opportunity

Return Stacking: Turning “Lazy Collateral” Into Opportunity

by Return Stacked® Portfolio Solutions | Apr 21, 2025 | Managed Futures, Return Stacking

This article dives into how advisors can unlock the hidden potential of that “lazy” capital by layering in traditional equity or bond exposures – without altering the behavior of the core strategy.

Trend Following Through Turmoil: Why the Best Protection Comes After the First Punch

Trend Following Through Turmoil: Why the Best Protection Comes After the First Punch

by Return Stacked® Portfolio Solutions | Apr 9, 2025 | Managed Futures, Portable Alpha, Trend Following

Trend Following, Managed Futures, Market Drawdowns, Bear Markets, Equity Risk, Diversification, Crisis Alpha, Return Stacked(R), Systematic Investing, Historical Analysis

Don’t Skew It Up: Return Stacking for Smoother Returns

Don’t Skew It Up: Return Stacking for Smoother Returns

by Return Stacked® Portfolio Solutions | Apr 7, 2025 | Managed Futures, Portable Alpha, Return Stacking

This article explores how implementing a 100% stocks + 100% managed futures approach may help improve portfolio skewness and reduce drawdowns during periods of market stress.

The Potential Return Advantage of Stacking Managed Futures on Equities

The Potential Return Advantage of Stacking Managed Futures on Equities

by Return Stacked® Portfolio Solutions | Mar 4, 2025 | Managed Futures, Return Stacking

This article explores the potential benefits of a 100% stocks + 100% managed futures approach, which has historically improved risk-adjusted returns and reduced drawdowns during crisis periods.

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