How to Build Mean Reversion Strategies in Currencies

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Oct 25, 2024

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Our article explores a simple mean reversion trading strategy applied to FX futures, focusing on identifying undervalued and overvalued currencies to generate returns. Using FX futures rather than spot rates allows for the inclusion of interest rate differentials, simplifying the analysis. The strategy employs two position-sizing methods — linear and exponential — both rebalanced monthly based on currency deviations from their mean. While the linear method offers stability, its returns are limited. In contrast, the exponential method, despite higher risk and deeper drawdowns, ultimately delivers stronger growth and better overall performance by leveraging the mean reversion tendencies of FX pairs.

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