This has been an unusual recovery. Initially, it was led by the same high-quality “safety” stocks that dominated before the drawdown. Cyclical issues then followed, starting in mid-May. Here’s how the barbell strategy employed by the Calamos Phineus Long/Short Equity Fund (CPLIX) managed to capture gains during both legs.
Read PostEquity volatility—whether in big or small moves—can be relentless. While they pursue varied strategies and produce varied outcomes, the goal of our risk-managed equity funds is to help mitigate the effect of the downside risk of equity investing.
Read PostFor the specialists actively managing the Calamos convertible-using funds, new issuance provides additional opportunities to rebalance risk profiles—and that’s the critical piece in the potential for your clients to benefit from convertible exposure.
Read PostThroughout the recent drawdown and snapback, the Calamos Hedged Equity Fund (CIHEX) team has enjoyed the flexibility of being able to continuously adjust hedges, trade around and generally take advantage of what continues to be elevated volatility.
Read PostMichael Grant, Co-CIO, Sr. Co-Portfolio Manager, Head of Long/Short Strategies, had a high conviction view that anticipated April’s equity recovery—now he says it's sustainable as the economy survives a severe but short recession.
Read PostHere’s a look back at how actively managed convertible securities made a difference in the last steep equity market drawdown of 2008-2009—and how Calamos Convertible Fund (CICVX) has worked recently.
Read PostOur upcoming webcast for investment professionals will focus on how convertible strategies have historically helped manage the risk of equity investing, and on compelling opportunities available today.
Read PostThis most recent drawdown—the S&P 500’s plunge to -33.79% at its deepest on March 23—has been the most serious test yet of whether liquid alts perform as promised. Here's how our alternatives worked.
Read PostSee how Calamos funds outperformed during the February 20 to March 23 drawdown and across the full first quarter ended March 31.
Read PostNick Niziolek, CFA, Co-CIO, Head of International and Global Strategies, Senior Co-Portfolio Manager, believes the global economy and markets could be in recovery mode by the second half of the year, with China and other overseas markets making strong contributions.
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