Novel Risk Measures for Portfolio Optimization Using Equal-Correlation Portfolio Strategy

Biswarup Chakraborty

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Abstract: Portfolio optimization has long been dominated by covariance-based strategies, such as the Markowitz Mean-Variance framework. However, these approaches often fail to ensure a balanced risk structure across assets, leading to concentration in a few securities. In this paper, we introduce novel risk measures grounded in the equal-correlation portfolio strategy, aiming to construct portfolios where each asset maintains an equal correlation with the overall portfolio return. We formulate a mathematical optimization framework that explicitly controls portfolio-wide correlation while preserving desirable risk-return trade-offs. The proposed models are empirically validated using historical stock market data. Our findings show that portfolios constructed via this approach demonstrate superior risk diversification and more stable returns under diverse market conditions. This methodology offers a compelling alternative to conventional diversification techniques and holds practical relevance for institutional investors, asset managers, and quantitative trading strategies.

Date: 2025-07
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