Blending art and science to create a fortified portfolio construction process

At PICTON, we have a unique and disciplined investment process that we’ve honed over 20 years by blending art, science, fundamental change and portfolio construction techniques that aim for the best possible returns.
At PICTON, we have a unique and disciplined investment process that we’ve honed over 20 years by blending art, science, fundamental change and portfolio construction techniques that aim for the best possible returns.

THE ART
Our fundamental analysts engage directly with companies, conducting in-depth modeling and building long-term forecasts based on common sense and experience. This approach is particularly valuable during major market turning points, helping us navigate uncertainty with confidence.

THE SCIENCE
We leverage cutting-edge quantitative research techniques to identify the most compelling investment opportunities. We continuously search for data-driven factors that differentiate stocks, and when our fundamental and quantitative insights align, we gain even greater conviction in our investment decisions.

FUNDAMENTAL CHANGE
At the heart of our belief system is that companies that are undergoing positive fundamental change will outperform those experiencing negative fundamental change. Through our alternative investing strategies, we are able to go long and short our highest conviction ideas to enhance the opportunity to generate alpha.

PORTFOLIO CONSTRUCTION
By combining our disciplined investment process with strong portfolio construction techniques and sound risk controls, we aim to build uncorrelated return streams that go beyond traditional asset classes. Ultimately, our approach is to help investors reach their long-term financial goals with greater certainty.
Our Investment Process: Blending Art and Science
