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Investment Philosophy

We are an initial stage hedge fund utilizing dual momentum equity selections combined with tactical short volatility options overlay.


Our target is 30% annualized returns with a Sharpe ratio exceeding 1.5, built on two core principles:


Market Inefficiency Exploitation: We believe markets exhibit persistent momentum patterns that can be quantitatively identified and exploited.


Volatility Risk Premium: Short-dated options consistently overprice actual realized volatility, creating a persistent opportunity for disciplined options sellers.

Alpha Overlay: Short Volatility Options Strategy

Our fund incorporates five different baskets of option strategies, all trading on index options (primarily SPX), which we define as "Tharapita".

Paike Strategy

Paike Strategy

Focuses on extremely short days to expiration (0dte), primarily short volatility strategies. All positions closed before market closure each day, removing overnight risk exposure.

Kuu Strategy

Short days to expiration (0-1dte), combination of short and long volatility strategies. Holds positions overnight to capture the "Weekend Effect" and "Overnight Effect".

Kuu Strategy
Kratt Strategy

Kratt Strategy

Mid-term expiration (1-14dte), largely long volatility strategies. Acts as hedge positions and capitalizes on sudden trending markets.

Kou Strategy

Longer-term expiration (100+dte), market neutral strategies. Takes advantage of relatively calm market environments.

Kou Strategy
Pikker Strategy

Pikker Strategy

Mid-term expiration (1-7dte), focusing on harvesting weighted vega. Complements existing short and long volatility strategies.

Integrated Strategy Framework

Integrated Strategy Framework

Our five complementary strategies work in harmony, providing diversified exposure across different time horizons and market conditions while maintaining our core focus on volatility premium capture.

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