To throw my 2 yen into the discussion, I think the carry trade makes sense as a default position for engaging in currency markets. I don't think that is highly disputed among currency experts. Of the three major techniques for trading currencies, valuation (PPP), momentum, and carry, carry has by far the best risk-adjusted returns. Don't take my word for it though. Compare various indices: https://index.db.com/d...
Also, carry trading really compliments a bond heavy portfolio, as there is a fairly constant negative correlation.
Rising Interest in Currency Funds [View article]
As always, a great overview by Mr. Shaw
To throw my 2 yen into the discussion, I think the carry trade makes sense as a default position for engaging in currency markets. I don't think that is highly disputed among currency experts. Of the three major techniques for trading currencies, valuation (PPP), momentum, and carry, carry has by far the best risk-adjusted returns. Don't take my word for it though. Compare various indices:
https://index.db.com/d...
Also, carry trading really compliments a bond heavy portfolio, as there is a fairly constant negative correlation.
Cheers from Osaka,
john