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Split Rock

Portfolio Manager,Financial Services,Split Rock

  • Education Cardinal Stritch University
  • Qualifications Series 65 and 63

Equity Rotation

Split Rock Private Trading & Wealth Management strategically manages its Equity Rotation Model by continually monitoring which phase of the economic cycle we are currently in. Split Rock then purchases companies that are best-positioned within the cycle. On an ongoing basis, Split Rock makes tactical adjustments based on geopolitical events and various micro and macro-economic factors.
Split Rock Private Trading & Wealth Management strategically manages its Equity Rotation Model by continually monitoring which phase of the economic cycle we are currently in. Economic cycles are divided into 4 sector: energy, materials, consumer staples and technology.

Our strategy is driven primarily by fundamental analysis. We tend to favor companies with consistent growth and stability of earnings and dividends, limited debt, low P/E multiples relative to peers, and strong cash flows. We supplement our research with technical analysis, focusing on moving averages and support levels, as well as identifying current and potential industry trends.
We start with all the publicly traded companies that are listed on the NYSE, NASDAQ and AMEX. We then identify sectors that will stand to benefit from the economic phase we believe we are currently in. We then screen the stocks within the identified sectors based on fundamental and technical analysis. We conclude by cross checking our research with other well respected analysts recommendations before we make our final selections. Data Sources include, but are not limited to Standard & Poors, Morningstar, Kwanti and CNBC.
Holdings = No more than 50

Weightings = Minimum 2%, Maximum 15%

Rebalancing Techniques are based on either tactical adjustments or performance related trades (through Sell Limit or Stop Orders). Proceeds are then used to rebalance existing holdings or enter newly recognized positions. Note: The Covestor replication process does not consider stop losses and executes market orders in subscriber accounts.

The model will typically hold 25% ETFs and 75% Stocks. The ETFs could be long, leveraged or inverse.

Typical turnover is 30% per year.
Our sell discipline is based on many factors including:

1. Strategic and tactical adjustments as discussed earlier.

2. Using trailing limit orders to help to protect gains or minimize losses. Note: The Covestor replication process does not consider stop losses and executes market orders in subscriber accounts.

3. Ongoing fundamental and technical analysis.
None.

Risk rating

3
11.0%

Best 30 days

-12.1%

Worst 30 days

Performance

  • -3.7%
    30 day
  • 7.4%
    365 days
  • 7.3%
    Since Inception
    May 22, 2011
Monthly vs S&P500
Sparkbar Graph, Equity Rotation Investment Model Performance versus S&P500
8.4%

Since Inception

  • $5,000 subscription min
  • margin account required
  • 1.5% fee

Replicability

100.0%
  • Replicable

Top 5 Holdings View all

10.6%
10.1%
7.2%
7.0%
6.8%
  • AAPL
  • GIS
  • XLP
  • TOT
  • T

Model commentary

  1. Bullish on energy, and most confident in our Apple position

    18 January 2012

    And we're underweight cyclicals and healthcare names.

  2. Is Wal-Mart safe in a global downturn? 22 December 2011
  3. Betting on Black: A seasonal strategy for oil … 20 December 2011
  4. Betting on the Bakken, America’s newest oil craze 6 October 2011
  5. Consumer staples - when losing less is more 18 September 2011

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Performance detail

  • Manager
  • S&P 500

Performance

Inception May 22, 2011
as of May 23, 2012 Manager S&P 500 Average Subscriber
Past 30 days -3.7% -3.5% -
Past 90 days -6.6% -3.3% -
Past 365 days 7.4% 0.2% -
Since Inception (Annualized) 7.3% -1.1% -
2012 (YTD) 2.2% 4.9% -

Risk Metrics

Last 365 Days
as of May 23, 2012 Manager S&P 500
Best 30 days 11.0% 13.6%
Worst 30 days -12.1% -16.7%
Volatility 17.6% 23.2%
Sharpe Ratio 0.41 0.00
Sortino Ratio 0.63 0.00
Maximum Drawdown -13.8% -18.8%
Value-at-risk (95%, 1 week) -4.1% -5.4%
vs. S&P 500
Information Ratio 0.80
Alpha 6.6%
Beta 0.71
R-Squared 0.88

Latest transactions view all

Average trades per month 4.3
Executed Symbol Security Replicable Type Price
05/17/12 XLP CONSUMER STAPLES SPDR Yes Buy $33.88
05/17/12 EEP ENBRIDGE ENERGY PARTNERS LP Yes Buy $29.54
05/17/12 KEG KEY ENERGY SERVICES INC Yes Sell $9.75
05/17/12 TRW TRW AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS CORP Yes Sell $38.31
05/08/12 XLP CONSUMER STAPLES SPDR Yes Buy $34.01
05/08/12 SPY SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust Yes Sell $136.12
05/03/12 PSX PHILLIPS 66 Yes Sell $31.28
04/20/12 CMI CUMMINS INC Yes Buy $116.28
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  • $5,000 subscription min
  • margin account required
  • 1.5% fee

Important Information

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. 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

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

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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 500 Copyright © 2012.

11. Dow Jones index data: CME Group Index Services, LLC 2012

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