NDR Dynamic Allocation Strategy January 2023 Update

Dynamic Allocation Strategy, indicators, weightings update

BY BRIAN SANBORN

The Dynamic Allocation Strategy remains above benchmark allocation.

Half the six top-level indicators in the model favor equities over fixed income.

U.S. Small-Caps, non-U.S. Developed, and U.S. Value received the highest allocations. Click the link below to read more about the strategy’s positioning.

Full strategy commentary: NDRDAS202301041

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