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Systematic Equity Strategy

iQ Nasdaq 10 Model

A rules-based equity strategy isolating the 10 strongest constituents of the Nasdaq 100 to systematically drive excess return. Annualized inception return of 21.97%.

21.97%
Inception CAGR
+7.67% spread vs Index
+7.74
Annual Alpha
With a lower Beta (0.93)
83.3%
Calendar Win Rate
30 positive years out of 36
0.79
Sharpe Ratio
Benchmark: 0.54

Quantitative Strategy Overview

The iQ Nasdaq 10 Model seeks capital appreciation by applying a multi-factor screening process to the Nasdaq 100 universe.

The strategy evaluates capital efficiency, price momentum, volatility, balance sheet strength, and multi-metric valuation to isolate the top 10 ranked equities. The portfolio is equal-weighted and reconstitutes quarterly.

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Concentrated Factor Exposure
Holds exactly 10 equal-weighted positions.
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Historical Outperformance
Generated an annualized inception return of 21.97% compared to the benchmark's 14.30%.
Multi-Horizon Annualized Growth (CAGR)
Period iQ Model Nasdaq 100
Inception (36-Year) 21.97% 14.30%
10-Year Trailing 23.01% 20.09%
3-Year Trailing 30.10% 27.37%