Systematic Macro
Systematic Macro funds use quantitative (number based) models to try to predict changes in the prices of assets. The system generates the investment ideas. These models are trying to take […]
Discretionary macro
Discretionary macro funds try to form a view of the state of the world, analyse the implications of this for asset prices and construct a portfolio to take advantage of […]
RNA or Ribonucleic acid
Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is a polymeric molecule (see below) that is essential in various biological roles in coding, decoding, regulation and expression of genes. RNA and DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) are […]
CTA or Commodity Trading Account
CTAs or Commodity Trading Accounts are a form of systematic macro fund that specialise in trading commodities such as oil and wheat.
Managed futures
Managed futures funds are macro funds which hold long and short positions in futures contracts exposed to a wide range of assets
