NDR Dynamic Allocation Strategy October 2024 Update

Dynamic Allocation Strategy, indicators, weightings update

BY BRIAN SANBORN

The Dynamic Allocation Strategy equity allocation significantly increased above benchmark weighting.

All the indicators, which weigh the relative attractiveness of stocks and bonds, favor stocks.

U.S. Large-Caps, U.S. Value, U.S. Growth, Emerging Markets, and International Developed received the highest allocations. Click the link below to read more about the strategy’s positioning.

Full strategy commentary: NDRDAS202410021

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