Factor Exposure Analysis 111: What is Alpha?

Factor Exposure Analysis 111: What is Alpha? Comparing different alpha calculation methodologies March 2025. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Abhik Roy, CFA. SUMMARY Jensen’s alpha methodology is popular, but has several drawbacks There is no perfect methodology, but...

Are Low-Risk Stocks Really Low-Risk?

Are Low-Risk Stocks Really Low-Risk? Why are there no funds offering exposure to the best-performing factor? March 2025. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Nicolas Rabener. SUMMARY The long-short low volatility factor generated a higher long-term return than momentum,...

Checking in Buffermania

Checking in Buffermania Do buffer funds protect on the downside yet participate on the upside? February 2025. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Nicolas Rabener. SUMMARY The AUM of buffer funds has grown from $5bn to $50bn in four years Somewhat surprising, as these...

Is it Profitable to Invest in Profitable Firms?

Is it Profitable to Invest in Profitable Firms? Comparing stocks with positive versus negative earnings. February 2025. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Abhik Roy, CFA. SUMMARY The profitability of U.S. stocks has declined over the last two decades The number of...