Market-Adaptive Ratio for Portfolio Management

Ju-Hong Lee, Bayartsetseg Kalina and KwangTek Na

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Abstract: Traditional risk-adjusted returns, such as the Treynor, Sharpe, Sortino, and Information ratios, have been pivotal in portfolio asset allocation, focusing on minimizing risk while maximizing profit. Nevertheless, these metrics often fail to account for the distinct characteristics of bull and bear markets, leading to sub-optimal investment decisions. This paper introduces a novel approach called the Market-adaptive Ratio, which was designed to adjust risk preferences dynamically in response to market conditions. By integrating the $\rho$ parameter, which differentiates between bull and bear markets, this new ratio enables a more adaptive portfolio management strategy. The $\rho$ parameter is derived from historical data and implemented within a reinforcement learning framework, allowing the method to learn and optimize portfolio allocations based on prevailing market trends. Empirical analysis showed that the Market-adaptive Ratio outperformed the Sharpe Ratio by providing more robust risk-adjusted returns tailored to the specific market environment. This advance enhances portfolio performance by aligning investment strategies with the inherent dynamics of bull and bear markets, optimizing risk and return outcomes.

Date: 2023-12, Revised 2024-07
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