The question, “Who will manage the family portfolio when I die?” gave rise to research into Robo Advisor services. I looked into numerous services several years ago and actually invested money with several brokers to test their services. Performance and cost were the
Archives for January 2026
Franklin Sector BPI Update: 28 January 2026
As with the Carson reviewed earlier this week, no changes are in store for the Franklin Sector BPI portfolio. No sectors are in the oversold zone as we continue this bull market move. Sectors in the overbought zone (70% bullish
Millikan Portfolio Review: 27 January 2026
The Millikan is one of several asset allocation driven portfolios set up to handle a mild recession. This portfolio is not as conservative as a few others managed here at Investment Trend Analysis (ITA). In the second screenshot
Carson Sector BPI Portfolio Review: 26 January 2026
Bullish Percent Indicator data as of last Friday called for no changes for those managing Sector BPI portfolios. Carson is a Sector BPI portfolio and the oldest one managed here at ITA. Consumer Discretionary (VCR) was sold out of the Carson as the Trailing
Beta: A Brief Description
What is beta and how is it measured? In the context of an investment portfolio, beta refers to a measure of a stock’s volatility in relation to the overall market. A beta value greater than one indicates that the stock is more volatile
McClintock Sector BPI Portfolio Update: 16 January 2026
We end an active week of portfolio reviews with an update of the McClintock. McClintock is one of the youngest Sector BPI portfolios with a 2-year history. Thus far the Sector BPI investing model is showing itself to be a very workable investing model.
Copernicus Portfolio Update: 15 January 2026
Here we are at the halfway point in January and it is time to update the top performing portfolio, Copernicus. Copernicus is an equity only portfolio where I set out to invest only in S&P 500 equities. With the market hovering at its high point diversification
Millikan Portfolio Review: 13 January 2026
Millikan is another asset allocation model that is set up to handle a correction, but would need more work should we encounter a recession. At this point the Millikan is very close to being in balance. Check out the second screenshot. Millikan Asset Allocation Model Below is the