Ocean Park International ETF (DUKX)

Overview

DUKX is an investment fund that specializes in allocating its assets into a diversified portfolio of unaffiliated global ex-US equity ETFs, leveraging a proprietary trend-following strategy. Its unique approach is focused on both developed and emerging market equities, excluding the United States, and encompasses ETFs irrespective of their management style, be it passive or active. DUKX employs a meticulous strategy to determine the timing for buying and selling investments based on short-term exponential moving averages, aiming to capture potential uptrends while minimizing drawdowns by exiting positions at the onset of a sell signal. The fund’s flexibility in investment choices is not restricted by any conditions related to the number or types of underlying ETFs, allowing it a broad scope for selection and allocation. This adaptive strategy not only aims at maximizing returns by tapping into international growth prospects but also mitigates risks through strategic exits and reallocations, including the possibility of holding cash equivalents during less favorable market conditions.

Products and Services

• Global ex-US Equity ETF Investments

DUKX focuses on investments in unaffiliated global ex-US equity ETFs, which include both developed and emerging market equities. The fund seeks to diversify its portfolio by investing in a variety of ETFs, regardless of their management approach—whether passively or actively managed. This product is designed for investors looking to broaden their exposure to international markets while leveraging a sophisticated investment strategy.

• Proprietary Trend-Following Strategy

The fund employs a proprietary trend-following strategy to determine the optimal times for buying or selling its ETF investments. This is achieved by monitoring the short-term exponential moving averages to identify potential uptrends for buying and sell signals for reducing position to limit losses. The dynamic nature of this strategy allows DUKX to adapt to market changes and exploit opportunities for growth.

• Flexible Investment Allocation

DUKX is not bound by any constraints with regard to the number or type of underlying ETFs in its portfolio. This flexibility allows the fund's adviser to periodically review and adjust its allocation based on the prevailing market conditions and the fund's investment strategy. Consequently, investors benefit from a diversified and dynamically managed portfolio that can navigate different market scenarios.

• Cash Equivalents and Temporary Holdings

In periods when sell signals are triggered for one or more ETFs, DUKX may opt to temporarily hold cash equivalents, such as US T-bills, money market funds, and investment-grade short-term bond ETFs. This strategy is integral to limiting the fund’s drawdowns during market downturns, thereby providing a buffer that can help protect investment capital.