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Determinant portfolio: situation as of 01.10.2023

Swiss financial markets experienced an unexpected rebound following the SNB’s decision to keep rates unchanged, leading to a significant easing of the Swiss franc against other currencies. The Determinant Portfolio has maintained a slightly better performance than the MSCI Switzerland since its launch, with lower volatility and a better Sharpe ratio.

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Determinant portfolio: situation as of 01.07.2023

The Swiss franc continues its ascent against other currencies, particularly the dollar and the yen, forcing exceptional performances in foreign currencies. The various strategies in the portfolio are showing encouraging results, with in particular good results from the Trading Auto Signal and a structural reorganization of the portfolio into four distinct strategies.

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Performance for the first half of 2016

The performance analysis of the CHF portfolio reveals an effective defensive strategy, particularly visible during Brexit where dividend-paying stocks held up better than the market. Investments in defensive sectors (food, healthcare, household) as well as hedging strategies have enabled steady progress towards financial independence, with a notable increase in dividends received compared to the previous year.

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Performance 2015

The performance of the CHF portfolio shows stable dividend growth despite market challenges, including the impact of the SNB’s rate floor abandonment and the volatility of energy stocks. A promising new investment strategy is being developed, aimed at optimising profitability while reducing risks for the site’s members.

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Abolition of the minimum exchange rate by the SNB, what does that change?

The historic decision by the SNB to abolish the EUR/CHF floor has caused an earthquake in the Swiss financial markets, with a major depreciation of the euro and a sharp fall in the stock market. This situation recalls the traditional role of the Swiss franc as a safe haven and raises important questions for Swiss investors, both on their domestic and international investments.

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