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Taj McCree

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  • Education Juris Doctor

Value and Growth 2

The Value & Growth 2 Model is specifically designed to take advantage of companies and/or sectors that are undervalued. The objective of this model is to ensure investors of a stable investment strategy that will provide long-term growth. Investments are focused on stable companies with proven track records of growth or earnings, and  companies that yield sizeable dividends.
The Value & Growth 2 Model seeks to invest in stable companies that have a proven track record of stability and growth. This model will focus primarily on U.S. markets, but may invest in foreign markets through securities tracked on U.S. exchanges as American Depository Receipts (ADRs).
Research is conducted using a variety of methodologies that assess the viability, strength and long-term growth potential of the investment. This model also uses a formula-based approach to further evaluate selected investments to ensure they fit within the goals of the model. Financial statements are reviewed quarterly for profitability and solvency. This model does not rely on opinion reporting, blogs, or unconfirmed sources (Wall Street buzz) for its investment decisions.
The portfolio of the Value & Growth 2 Model is allocated proportionally to the risk involved. Companies and sectors that are assessed as high risk are discarded as investment options. Those that are assessed as mild risk are allocated some investment capital, and than those that are considered highly stable/low risk are allocated the most investment capital.
Positions are closed when they meet pre-determined criteria. The goal for each investment is determined prior to purchase. Long-term investments such as those that pay dividends are evaluated on a semi-annual basis to determine whether they meet or exceed the original investment criteria.
The Value & Growth 2 Model will take advantage of underperforming companies with strong histories of stability. This may necessitate purchasing securities that are outside of the established criteria for the model. These instances will be the exception rather than the norm, but must be considered by any potential investor.

Risk rating

4
12.2%

Best 30 days

-18.2%

Worst 30 days

Performance

  • -5.4%
    30 day
  • -
    365 days
  • -11.6%
    Since Inception
    June 28, 2011
Monthly vs S&P500
Sparkbar Graph, Value and Growth 2 Investment Model Performance versus S&P500
-13.3%

Since Inception

  • $5,000 subscription min
  • 1.1% fee

Replicability

100.0%
  • Replicable

Top 5 Holdings View all

26.3%
18.0%
17.3%
9.1%
7.7%
  • HDV
  • CRT
  • PCL
  • GS
  • AVP

Model commentary

  1. Keep your focus when the markets inevitably gyrate

    12 May 2012

    The market is unpredictable, but with the right strategy and a careful approach to investing you can temper the risk to a manageable level.

  2. We like these proven performers in this market 10 April 2012
  3. Why I Like Avon and the Retail Sector in 2012 8 March 2012
  4. My investment thesis for Bank of America 21 October 2011
  5. Here's why I bought GNI 14 September 2011

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Performance detail

  • Manager
  • S&P 500

Performance

Inception June 28, 2011
as of May 23, 2012 Manager S&P 500 Average Subscriber
Past 30 days -5.4% -3.5% -
Past 90 days -6.1% -3.3% -
Since Inception -11.6% 1.7% -
2012 (YTD) 3.4% 4.9% -

Risk Metrics

Since Inception
as of May 23, 2012 Manager S&P 500
Best 30 days 12.2% 13.6%
Worst 30 days -18.2% -16.7%
Volatility 26.4% 23.8%
Sharpe Ratio -0.49 0.07
Sortino Ratio -0.65 0.09
Maximum Drawdown -23.1% -18.8%
Value-at-risk (95%, 1 week) -6.1% -5.5%
vs. S&P 500
Information Ratio -1.27
Alpha -15.0%
Beta 0.99
R-Squared 0.81

Latest transactions view all

Average trades per month 2.5
Executed Symbol Security Replicable Type Price
02/17/12 AVP AVON PRODUCTS INC Yes Buy $19.81
02/03/12 CRT CROSS TIMBERS ROYALTY TRUST Yes Buy $44.00
02/03/12 PCL Plum Creek Timber Co Inc Yes Buy $39.50
01/11/12 GNI GREAT NORTHERN IRON ORE PPTY Yes Sell $113.90
01/11/12 F Ford Motor Co Yes Sell $11.75
01/11/12 BAC Bank of America Corp Yes Sell $6.59
01/11/12 TGT Target Corp Yes Sell $48.56
01/11/12 GOV GOVERNMENT PROPERTIES INCOME Yes Sell $23.05
  • $5,000 subscription min
  • 1.1% 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