NDR Dynamic Allocation Strategy November 2023 Update

Dynamic Allocation Strategy, indicators, weightings update
BY BRIAN SANBORN

The Dynamic Allocation Strategy equity weighting declined to near benchmark.

The six top-level indicators are split between equities and fixed income.

U.S. Large-Caps, short-term Treasurys, cash, and U.S. Growth received the highest allocations. Click the link below to read more about the strategy’s positioning.

Full strategy commentary: NDRDAS202311021

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