I appreciate very much the effort DYNF makes in offering a dynamic allocation among 6 factors using economic regime, valuation and sentiment metrics. DYNF has outperformed the S&P 500 over five years, delivering a superior Sharpe ratio. The fund's unique rotation between value and momentum, plus discretionary daily management, distinguishes it from static smart-beta and single-factor ETFs.
I believe iShares US Equity Factor Rotation Active ETF is positioned to outperform IVV this year and potentially beyond. With a strategy based on a proprietary model, DYNF has consistently delivered outperformance, beating IVV and a few peers since its inception in 2019. The DYNF portfolio currently has a tilt towards growth, GARP, and quality stocks, which I believe should outperform in the current environment amid optimism surrounding de-escalation.
Ameriprise Financial Inc. raised its holdings in iShares U.S. Equity Factor Rotation Active ETF (NYSEARCA:DYNF) by 35.8% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 12,249,151 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 3,227,607 shares during the quarter.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 427,852 | $23.5M | $29.03M | $5.53M | 23.51% |
| TMB Timothy M. Bidwell Hazlett, BURT & WATSON Inc. | 8,671 | $526,315.32 | $588,283.99 | $61,968.67 | 11.77% |
| BS Barrett Schultz Ashton Thomas Securities LLC | 135,871 | $6.64M | $9.22M | $2.58M | 38.81% |
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 176,758 | $9.1M | $11.96M | $2.86M | 31.49% |
| WDW William Dudley Webb Jr. WORLD EQUITY GROUP Inc. | 19,545 | $1.09M | $1.33M | $238,518.18 | 21.93% |
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The fund described showcases a clear investment strategy that prioritizes assets in U.S. listed common stock, focusing on both large- and mid-capitalization companies. This strategic approach leans heavily on the proprietary Factor Rotation model, a sophisticated assessment tool developed by BFA and its affiliates. The fundamental aim of this fund is to fulfill its investment objectives by allocating a significant portion of its resources—specifically, at least 80% of its net assets, along with any borrowings intended for investment purposes—toward these stock categories. The model's proprietary nature suggests a unique, possibly quantitatively based, method for selecting stocks by rotating among factors that BFA and its affiliates determine to be most likely to achieve the fund’s investment goals. This methodology implies a dynamic and possibly adaptive investment strategy, aiming to optimize the fund's performance by capturing the potential benefits of different market environments or economic cycles.
This product involves the fund's commitment to invest at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. listed common stocks, focusing particularly on large- and mid-cap companies. By targeting these segments, the fund aims to leverage the growth potential and relative stability often associated with more substantial companies, while also tapping into the dynamic growth opportunities presented by mid-cap firms. This investment allocation is designed to balance risk and reward, making it a cornerstone of the fund's strategy.
A distinctive service provided by the fund, this strategy employs a proprietary Factor Rotation model developed by BFA and its affiliates. The model's chief function is to identify the most favorable investment opportunities by systematically rotating among various factors—possibly including value, growth, momentum, among others—that the developers believe could lead to optimal performance. This methodological approach allows for a responsive investment strategy, aiming to adapt to changing market conditions and to exploit investment trends effectively.