Managing Risk with Bear Market Probabilities

Ryan Zabrowski delves into the strategic use of a rule-based algorithm incorporating 190 factors to assess the probability of a bear market. By adjusting risk levels accordingly, his approach enhances portfolio management. For instance, during periods of low bear market probability, such as after COVID or in July 2022, higher risk was allocated, capitalizing on favorable conditions. Zabrowski highlights that alpha can be generated in various ways: through tax loss harvesting, investing in businesses with sustainable competitive advantages, and tactically reallocating portfolios based on bear market probability. This multi-faceted focus underpins his disciplined investment strategy.

 

**Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial advisor and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein.

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    Time Ahead is an investing strategy book that distills decades of extensive research by portfolio manager Ryan Zabrowski into a straightforward guide to growing long-term wealth.

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