Outperforming Leveraged Market Exposure — With Controlled Risk
A systematic, non-discretionary equity strategy that delivers higher returns than both SPY and 2× SPY — with significantly lower drawdowns.
Rule-based contrarian trading deployed directly into your account. When fear drives prices down, we lean in with logic. You stay in control—we handle the execution.
✔ Compared against SPY (1×) and SPY (2× leverage)
✔ Strategy uses dynamic exposure, not constant leverage
✔ Equity based on realized PnL only (no mark-to-market smoothing)
Backtested across 6,000+ trades • Dynamic exposure, not constant leverage • Same execution discipline • No discretionary adjustments
⚡ No trades executed until you explicitly confirm. Connect safely in read-only mode first.
ℹ️ Live trading is enabled once your connected brokerage balance reaches $600. Until then, you can track performance in simulation mode.
Most Investors Choose One of These. But Each Has a Cost.
DIY Trading
- Emotional decisions destroy returns
- 90% of active traders underperform
- Requires constant monitoring
Index Funds
- Solid returns (10-13% annually)
- Simple and transparent
- Large drawdowns (-30% in crashes)
- No downside management
Traditional Active Management
- Professional oversight
- High minimums ($500K+)
- Steep fees (1-2% + performance)
- Often underperforms after costs
There's a fourth option →
Why This Model Exists
Most systematic strategies fail because they either take custody of your money (agency risk) or require constant discretionary adjustments (discipline breakdown). We designed around both problems.
❌ Custody Risk
Traditional managers control your capital. You're exposed to fraud, mismanagement, and lockup periods.
✓ Non-Custodial Execution
Your money never leaves your broker. We execute via API. You disconnect instantly if dissatisfied.
❌ Discretion Creep
Even systematic managers override signals during stress, destroying the backtest's validity.
✓ Fixed Parameters
Every user gets identical execution. No human override layer. Discipline enforced by code, not willpower.
The result: Institutional-grade execution discipline without giving up control of your capital.
How It Works
Link Your Account
Safe broker connection. No fund transfers. Execution access only.
Live execution requires minimum $600 balance — see FAQ
Rules Apply Automatically
Systematic logic runs daily. Positions sized consistently. No manual intervention.
Track Everything
Complete visibility. Pause when needed. Funds always yours.
Strategy Specifications
- 📊 Universe: All S&P 500 stocks (~500 securities)
- ⏱️ Holding Period: 2 to 8 weeks per position (swing trading, not day trading)
- 💼 Position Count: 60-100 concurrent positions at any time
- 📈 Leverage: 2x margin utilization (amplifies both gains and losses)
- 🔔 Reporting: Daily position updates via email; aggregated monthly performance reports
Backtested Jan 2018 – Jan 2026. Past performance ≠ future results.
Who This Is For (And Who It's Not)
This is not for everyone. Clear exclusions prevent wasted time and unrealistic expectations.
❌ NOT For You If:
- You want day trading: We hold 2-8 weeks. No intraday execution.
- You prefer passive index investing: We use 2x leverage and actively trade 60-100 positions.
- You can't handle drawdowns: Expect -19.6% max historical drawdown. You need to stomach volatility.
- You want guaranteed returns: Past performance ≠ future results. The strategy can underperform.
- You have less than $600: $600 minimum required for live trading (60 positions × $10 each).
✓ Built For You If:
- You want systematic exposure: Without giving up custody or control of your capital.
- You value discipline over discretion: You believe removing emotion improves long-term outcomes.
- You understand backtesting limits: You know historical data ≠ prediction, but you value data-driven decisions.
- You don't need daily monitoring: You're comfortable with 2-8 week holding periods and monthly reporting.
- You have capital to deploy: $600+ available that you can dedicate to this strategy without liquidity stress.
Still unsure? Review the full strategy logic and backtest results before connecting.
Simple, transparent pricing. No AUM fees.
- ✓ Flat monthly subscription or performance-based
- ✓ No percentage of assets under management
- ✓ Cancel anytime — you keep full custody
Roadmap
Start with one strategy. Expand to more when you're ready.
Systematic Contrarian Equities
Rule-based swing trading on S&P 500 stocks with fixed parameters and non-discretionary execution.
Crypto Strategies
Add crypto modules (non-custodial, broker-connected) as we expand supported venues.
Timeline and availability may vary by region.
Multi-strategy Portfolio
A curated set of systematic strategies you can turn on/off, each with its own disclosures and reporting.
Trust & Transparency
Institutional-grade credibility without retail hype
Strategy Architect
Built by a quantitative systems designer with 10+ years in systematic trading, focused on rule-based contrarian equity strategies.
Strategy logic is fixed, non-discretionary, and identical for all users.
Audit & Verification
Performance is derived from rule-based backtests with full trade-level history. Strategy logic and historical trades can be independently reviewed and cross-checked on request.
We prioritize transparency without publishing raw data that can be misinterpreted or misused.
Execution & Custody
Strategies are executed directly in the user's brokerage account. Funds remain fully custodied at regulated U.S. brokers.
Currently supported: Alpaca
Planned integration: Interactive Brokers
Client assets are held at U.S.-regulated brokers and are protected under SIPC rules (up to $500,000 per client, including $250,000 cash), subject to broker terms.
What This Means For You
- • No black box: Strategy logic is documented and can be independently verified
- • No custody risk: Your funds stay with regulated U.S. brokers, not with us
- • No discretion: Every user gets identical execution—no manual overrides, no special treatment
- • Professional accountability: Trade history is available for serious users who want to audit
⚠️ Important Risk Disclosure
Performance is based on historical backtesting. Strategy results use realized PnL accounting; benchmark results are mark-to-market. Leveraged benchmarks (e.g., SPY 2×) are hypothetical and do not include financing costs or forced liquidation effects. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Trading involves risk of loss. You can lose money trading stocks, including your entire investment. The strategy uses up to 2× gross exposure (capped, not constant), which can amplify both gains and losses.
Systematic strategies can underperform. There is no guarantee the strategy will outperform market benchmarks in any given period, even if it has done so historically.
By using Stratuye, you acknowledge you understand these risks and that you are responsible for all trading decisions in your brokerage account.
Still Have Questions?
Learn more about risk, execution, custody, and verification