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Wealthfront utilizes modern portfolio theory as the core framework for its investment methodology, specifically employing it to construct asset allocations [1], [2], and [3]. Furthermore, the company relies on Mean-Variance Optimization, which serves as the foundational method of modern portfolio theory, to determine optimal asset mixes [4].
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Wealthfront Classic Portfolio Investment Methodology White Paper research.wealthfront.com 4 facts
procedureThe Wealthfront investment methodology consists of five steps: (1) Identify a diverse set of asset classes, (2) Select the most appropriate ETFs to represent each asset class, (3) Apply Modern Portfolio Theory to construct asset allocations that seek to maximize the expected net-of-fee, after-tax return for each level of portfolio risk, (4) Determine your risk tolerance to select the allocation that is most appropriate for you, and (5) Monitor and periodically rebalance your portfolio, taking advantage of dividend reinvestment to correct deviations from desired weights.
referenceWealthfront determines the optimal mix of asset classes using Mean-Variance Optimization, a method introduced by Harry Markowitz in 1952 that serves as the foundation of Modern Portfolio Theory.
perspectiveWealthfront considers Modern Portfolio Theory to be the best framework for building an investment management service, despite acknowledging its limitations regarding extreme downside scenarios.
claimWealthfront constructs recommended portfolios using Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) optimized for individual risk tolerance and tax levels.