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Systematic Macro Strategies May Offer Increased Diversification

December 2025
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Systematic macro strategies are known for their ability to offer a differentiated return stream. These strategies have historically exhibited a low or non-existent correlation with traditional asset classes, like stocks and bonds, but also to other alternatives, including REITs, energy, private equity, and private credit.
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Key Takeaways
If adding diversification to a portfolio of stocks & bonds is the goal, look for strategies with low correlation to these assets.
Systematic macro strategies have historically served as diversifiers in portfolios with near zero correlation to both equities and fixed income.
Not all "alternatives" offer low correlation to traditional investments or provide diversification.

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