SJNK
SPDR Bloomberg Short Term High Yield Bond ETF
TREND FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE HISTORY
2026-09-09
Executive Summary
The quantitative backtest for SJNK (SPDR Bloomberg Short Term High Yield Bond ETF) using the Moving Average (50/200)* strategy in a Investing context demonstrated its primary role in risk mitigation, experiencing a maximum drawdown of -11.0% (compared to the benchmark's drawdown of -19.7%). Over the evaluated period, this protective approach generated a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.3%, compared to a Buy-and-Hold benchmark return of 4.3%. The strategy executed 5 total trades.
* Moving Average (50/200): Classic Moving Average Crossover (e.g., 50-day crossing 200-day). The foundational basis of research-grade trend following.
* Moving Average (50/200): Classic Moving Average Crossover (e.g., 50-day crossing 200-day). The foundational basis of research-grade trend following.
📊 Strategy Model 4 Models Available
Compare quantitative moving average overlays for SJNK:
Excess Return MMA
Advanced Ensemble: Uses multiple signal layers for maximum trend stability and noise reduction.
Excess Return MMA CA
Advanced Dynamic Sleeve: MMA ensemble signals on the primary asset combined with a momentum-based cash alternative ETF rotation.
Excess Return SMA
Standard Signal: Classical quantitative trend following optimized for reliable directionality.
Moving Average (50/200) Active Model
Moving Average: The baseline 50/200-day crossover model used by technical analysts worldwide.
🎯 Trading Horizon
Select risk profile & execution style for SJNK:
🛡️ Long-Term Investing Active Horizon
Ideal for wealth preservation and multi-year horizons. Optimized for low turnover and tax efficiency.
⚔️ Tactical Trading
Ideal for active capital rotation and momentum-first accounts. Optimized for high sensitivity to price shifts.
Switch to MMA to enable
🛡️ SJNK Drawdown Shield & Downside Protection
Why Drawdown Dictates Longevity →Peak Drawdown Defense
-11.0% (vs -19.7% B&H)
+8.7% shallower drawdown
Downside Efficiency
1.00 Sortino
+0.22 vs 0.78 B&H
Capital Sheltered from Risk
17.9% of Time
Earning Treasury yield during downturns
* Drawdown Shield demonstrates how systematic trend-following bounded historical drawdowns and protected principal capital compared to passive Buy & Hold.
📊 SJNK Quality Metrics & KPI Summary
| Metric | 1Y | 5Y | 10Y | Full | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strategy | B&H | Strategy | B&H | Strategy | B&H | Strategy | B&H | |
| Max Drawdown | -1.73% | -1.73% | -4.77% | -10.18% | -11.02% | -19.74% | -11.02% | -19.74% |
| Sharpe Ratio | 1.16 | 1.16 | 1.31 | 0.80 | 1.06 | 0.79 | 0.98 | 0.68 |
| Sortino Ratio | 1.82 | 1.82 | 1.68 | 1.06 | 1.11 | 0.88 | 1.00 | 0.78 |
| CAGR | 3.72% | 3.72% | 5.64% | 4.74% | 4.95% | 5.21% | 4.28% | 4.26% |
| % Time Invested | 100.0% | 100.0% | 83.1% | 100.0% | 87.9% | 100.0% | 82.1% | 100.0% |
| Trades / Year | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.0 |
Cumulative Growth Performance
Return Distribution Analysis
Loading...
Loading Top Diversifiers for SJNK... Top Diversifiers for SJNK
Explore Correlation Across Horizons →Top 5 non-correlated asset sleeves evaluated on 1Y daily percentage returns (Pearson r). Compare them side-by-side in Compare Studio to analyze portfolio diversification.
| Diversifier Asset | Category | 1Y Correlation (r) | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loading top diversifier assets... | |||
Trade History
This log shows every signal-driven transition. Completed trades reflect standard market cycles. An Open or Mark-to-Market exit denotes an active position (either in the primary asset or a cash/yield sleeve) valued at the current price for reporting purposes. Interest entries record yield accrued from cash or cash alternatives (like BIL) during out-of-market defensive periods.
| Entry Date | Exit Date | Type | Allocation | Entry Price | Exit Price | Net Return % | Exit Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🔒 Active Positions & Recent Execution Signals Hidden Trading on delayed data carries high execution risk. Current allocations, pending next-day rebalances, and active execution signals (last 60 days) require a Premium subscription. Subscribe to Unlock | ||||||||
| 2022-02-24 | 2022-12-28 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.02 | 2.00% | Interest Income | |
| 2020-05-27 | 2022-02-24 | Completed | 100% | $16.74 | $19.03 | 13.66% | Signal | |
| 2020-03-13 | 2020-05-27 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.02% | Interest Income | |
| 2019-02-27 | 2020-03-13 | Completed | 100% | $16.95 | $16.49 | -2.75% | Stop | |
| 2018-12-27 | 2019-02-27 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.39% | Interest Income | |
| 2016-04-19 | 2018-12-27 | Completed | 100% | $13.92 | $16.05 | 15.23% | Signal | |
| 2015-08-14 | 2016-04-19 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.12% | Interest Income | |
| 2015-02-11 | 2015-08-14 | Completed | 100% | $14.49 | $14.21 | -1.99% | Signal | |
| 2014-10-09 | 2015-02-11 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.01% | Interest Income | |
| 2014-04-04 | 2014-10-09 | Completed | 100% | $14.68 | $14.60 | -0.62% | Signal | |
| 2014-04-02 | 2014-04-04 | Interest (CASH) | 100% | $1.00 | $1.00 | 0.00% | Interest Income | |