Ultimate Position Sizing Guide

The sizing of your positions plays a central role in driving your returns. And yet, the discipline of position sizing remains relatively undeveloped compared to other drivers like security selection. This white paper dives into the fundamental principles of position sizing, exploring its impact on portfolio performance, risk-adjusted returns, and overall investment success. Drawing from Alpha Theory’s extensive experience and unique data set, we highlight the importance of structured, systematic sizing approaches over intuition-based decision-making.

The white paper is separated into three parts:

Part 1: Sizing Matters, But How Much?
Part 2: The Value Drivers of Process & Getting Over the Obstacles
Part 3: Fundamental Optimization & Position Sizing Best Practices

Whether you're an experience-driven manager, a sizing-curious investor, or a quant-savvy professional, this paper provides valuable insights into the best practices for refining your position sizing strategy. By downloading, you'll gain access to proven methodologies ensuring you stay ahead in the evolving landscape of portfolio management.