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Mitch Jones

Software engineer,Computer Software

Price Momentum

Technical, quantitative model that capitalizes on short-term price momentum. Eight key indicators are used to determine computer-generated trades.
This model uses predefined rules to identify stocks trading on U.S. exchanges that have a significant probability of short term price momentum. Typically invests in no more than five stocks at once with turnover of less than three days. Invests primarily in small cap stocks and only stocks that trade on U.S. exchanges. This model does not use short selling.
Stocks are screened real-time based on price and volume to ensure adequate liquidity.
This model typically invests in no more than five stocks at a time with equal weighting. No one security will account for more than 25% of the portfolio.
Positions are exited based on predetermined rules.
None.

Risk score

5
27.9%

Best 30 days

-21.1%

Worst 30 days

Performance

  • 1.7%
    30 day
  • 2.4%
    90 day
  • 20.1%
    365 day
Monthly vs S&P500
mitch jones - price momentum
0.8% 12 months
Subscribe
  • $30,000 subscription min
  • Margin account required
  • 1.5% fee

Replicability

100.0%
  • Replicable

Top 5 Holdings View all

74.6%
25.4%

Model commentary

  1. Covestor managers see euro affecting earnings

    13 July 2012

    The euro's decline to a two-year low is holding back corporate earnings and it may continue to do so, say Covestor managers.

  2. Healthcare and biotech are hot sectors in a cool market 10 July 2012
  3. Hoping for a Dallas Cowboys performance for my portfolio 16 April 2012
  4. Pandora's more attractive than other recent web IPOs 9 February 2012
  5. Hoping to keep my strong gains going through 2012 17 January 2012

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Performance detail

  • Manager
  • Russell 2000
  • S&P 500

Performance

Inception October 03, 2010
as of May 16, 2013 Manager Russell 2000 S&P 500 Average Subscriber
Past 30 days 1.7% 6.7% 4.8% -
Past 90 days 2.4% 6.7% 8.6% -
Past 365 days 20.1% 27.6% 24.6% -
Since Inception (Annualized) 12.0% 15.3% 14.9% -
2013 (YTD) 3.4% 16.0% 15.7% -
2012 -9.3% 14.6% 13.4% -
2011 35.9% -5.5% -0.0% -

Risk Metrics

Last 365 days
as of May 16, 2013 Manager Russell 2000 S&P 500
Best 30 days 27.9% 11.0% 7.5%
Worst 30 days -21.1% -7.9% -7.0%
Volatility 38.3% 16.5% 12.8%
Sharpe Ratio 0.52 1.66 1.90
Sortino Ratio 1.03 2.30 2.75
Maximum Drawdown -28.5% -11.0% -7.7%
Value-at-risk (95%, 1 week) -8.9% -3.8% -3.0%
vs. Russell 2000 vs. S&P 500
Information Ratio -0.22 -0.13
Alpha -0.4% -2.6%
Beta 1.00 1.22
R-Squared 0.19 0.17
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  • $30,000 subscription min
  • Margin account required
  • 1.5% fee

Latest transactions view all

Average trades per month 26.1
Executed Symbol Security Replicable Type Price
05/08/13 PRTS US AUTO PARTS NETWORK INC Yes Sell $1.54
05/08/13 CLIR CLEARSIGN COMBUSTION CORP Yes Sell $10.15
05/08/13 PRTS US AUTO PARTS NETWORK INC Yes Sell $1.64
05/08/13 PRTS US AUTO PARTS NETWORK INC Yes Sell $1.62
05/07/13 CLIR CLEARSIGN COMBUSTION CORP Yes Buy $10.36
05/07/13 PRTS US AUTO PARTS NETWORK INC Yes Buy $1.46
04/29/13 OCLR OCLARO INC. Yes Sell $1.39
04/26/13 OCLR OCLARO INC. Yes Buy $1.37


Important Information

1. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

2. Performance of the model manager's account is calculated by Covestor on a daily time-weighted basis, including cash, dividends and earnings distributions, and broker commissions. Manager returns include trades that fail Covestor's trading rules, do not reflect any Covestor suitability or risk score restrictions and are exclusive of Covestor fees. More

3. Average subscription returns ("Avg Sub" or "Avg Client") are calculated by Covestor and are composed of the average, daily, time weighted returns of all active subscriptions to the underlying model. These daily average returns are then linked together for the timeframe requested. In addition, these returns include cash, dividends and earnings distributions, brokerage commissions, Covestor advisory fees, and reflect individual client suitability and risk score restrictions. More

4. All graph data is as of the end of day for the referenced period, unless otherwise specified. The subscription minimum is the minimum subscription required to follow a particular model. The minimum amount is determined by Covestor, based on the characteristics of the underlying model. It should not be considered as specific investment advice for your investment situation.

5. The performance charts are provided for informational purposes only, and should not be used as the basis for making an investment decision. Variables such as corporate actions or foreign exchange may affect daily performance displays. We rely on mathematical formulas, computer programs, and pricing information from third-party vendors to provide these returns. Neither Covestor nor any of its data or content providers shall be liable for any errors in this information or any actions taken by you in reliance upon this information.

6. Benchmark returns have been calculated by Covestor using a time-weighted calculation of daily index valuations and do not include cash, dividends and earnings distributions, or transaction costs. More

7. Leverage indicates the level of margin utilized and is calculated by dividing gross exposure by portfolio net liquidation value.

8. All Model Manager information including personal data, profiles, strategies, monthly investment reports, and historical results outside of Covestor has been provided by the Model Manager. Covestor makes no representation or warranty of its accuracy, completeness or relevance and it does not represent the opinions of Covestor. Transaction history is available upon request. Model classifications (Approach, Asset Class) are provided by Covestor, and are intended to serve as a general guide.

9. Top Replicable Holdings: These securities are currently held in the model manager's brokerage account. Those marked as "Replicable Holdings" currently pass Covestor's trading rules, subject to individual client constraints. Eligibility for replication may change over time. Actual client subscription holdings may vary.

10. Latest Transactions: These transactions were executed in the model manager's brokerage account. Those marked as "Replicable" () passed Covestor's trading rules and were eligible for replication at the time of execution, subject to individual client constraints. Eligibility for replication may change over time. Actual client subscription trade activity may vary.

11. S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index compiled by Standard & Poor´s Corp. Index returns do not reflect any management fees, transaction costs or expenses. Individuals cannot invest directly in an Index. S&P 500 index data: S&P/Dow Jones Indices LLC, a subsidiary of The McGraw-Hill Companies Copyright © 2013.