Bitely

Strategic Risk Management

Campbell R. Harvey, Sandy Rattray & Otto van Hemert

Investors aim to build portfolios resilient to crises, balancing reliability and cost. While absolute crisis immunity is unattainable, combining passive protections like long credit positions with dynamic strategies such as trend-following and volatility targeting can mitigate drawdowns effectively. Trend-following captures momentum across asset classes, while volatility targeting adjusts leverage to stabilize returns. Strategic rebalancing further enhances resilience by maintaining diversification and capitalizing on market trends. The COVID-19 pandemic validated these approaches, highlighting the importance of integrating risk management with investment strategies. Additionally, managing human factors, such as investment manager performance, through drawdown rules and balanced decision-making, ensures long-term portfolio health. Finally, systematic and discretionary hedge fund strategies offer complementary strengths, with systematic approaches excelling in data-driven analysis and discretionary methods thriving on qualitative insights. A balanced application of these strategies, tailored to individual goals and risk tolerance, is key to achieving portfolio stability.

10 min

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What's it about?

Investing in uncertain markets requires strategies that balance risk and reward while safeguarding portfolios during crises. This book explores a range of tools, from dynamic approaches like trend-following and volatility targeting to passive safeguards such as credit protection. It delves into the trade-offs between reliability and cost, offering insights into building resilient portfolios. With real-world examples, including lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic, it highlights the importance of integrated risk management and the interplay between systematic and discretionary strategies, equipping readers with the knowledge to navigate volatile financial landscapes effectively.

Book summary

Sandy Rattray is CIO of Man, a London-based investment group. He was previously a managing director at Goldman Sachs.

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Mastering Crisis Alpha Through Trend Strategies

Crafting Crisis-Resilient Investment Strategies

Mastering Crisis Protection Through Dynamic Strategies

Mastering Risk Through Strategic Portfolio Adjustments

Navigating Drawdowns: Mastering Portfolio Risk Management

Navigating Hedge Fund Strategies: Systematic vs. Discretionary

Integrated Strategies for Crisis-Proof Investing

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