Capital Commentary, 2/8/2025

In the fast-paced world of financial trading, The Numbers showcased a noteworthy performance by engaging with 11 equities over the past week. Highlighting the portfolio’s deft maneuverability, let’s dive into the trades that defined this period.

Gold proved to be shining brightly once again, as evidenced by strong performances from several gold-related assets in the portfolio. Taking a long position on the Vaneck Gold Miners ETF was a standout decision, yielding an impressive 7.06% return. This was complemented by strategic long positions in the Silver Trust iShares ETF and Gold SPDR ETF, which generated commendable returns of 4.85% and 4.12%, respectively. Such performance underlines investors’ flight to precious metals as a haven amidst global uncertainties.

Financial services offered a gleam of opportunity, as reflected by the S&P 500 Financials Sector SPDR, which climbed by 3.80%. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq’s growth-savvy inclination was leveraged through the QQQ Invesco ETF, providing a return of 2.14%. Likewise, the 20+ Year Treasury Bond iShares ETF posted a beneficial 2.89% bump, embodying a prudent blend of return and risk mitigation during market volatility.

Not to be overshadowed, The Walt Disney Company had its share of magic, with returns bouncing back 2.69%. The entertainment titan’s resurgence could be attributed to optimism surrounding strategic shifts in content and park operations.

Investing in stability, the Investment Grade Corporate Bond iShares iBoxx ETF netted a modest yet dependable return of 1.64%, while the Russell 2000 iShares ETF, representing smaller cap equities, nudged upward by 0.94%.

Yet, with every bright spot, there are shadows. Cryptocurrencies faced headwinds, as illustrated by losses in Bitcoin, down 3.25%, and Ethereum by a substantial 12.50%. This dip reflects heightened regulatory scrutiny and volatility that continue to challenge digital assets’ appeal to mainstream investors.

All in all, The Numbers’ portfolio outperformed the S&P500 by a margin of 0.93%, with an overall gain of 1.43%. This superior performance underscores the strategy’s effectiveness, boasting a success rate of 85%, a testament to well-timed entries and exits in a landscape where precision and timing are paramount.

As investors look ahead, the current landscape is one of careful optimism and continued scrutiny, with a sharp eye on sectors that promise resilience or the allure of growth.

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