Portfolio Optimization Based on Algorithmic Trading: Returns up to 18.32% in 7 Days

Portfolio Optimization

This forecast is part of the Top 10 Stocks Package, as one of I Know First’s systematic trading tools. The full package includes a daily prediction for a total of 20 stocks with bullish and bearish signals:

  • Top 10 stocks pick for the long position
  • Top 10 stocks pick for the short position


Package Name: Top 10 Stocks
Recommended Positions: Long
Forecast Length: 7 Days (02/08/2017 – 02/15/2017)
I Know First Average: 5.67%
Portfolio Optimization

The algorithm correctly predicted 9 out 10 of the suggested trades in the Top 10 Stocks Package for this 7 Days forecast. VRX was the highest-earning trade with a return of 18.32% in 7 Days. Additional high returns came from ARNC and AGN, at 9.73% and 7.13% respectively. The package had an overall average return of 5.67%, providing investors with a 3.22% premium over the S&P 500’s return of 2.45% during the period.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (VRX) develops, manufactures, and markets pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter products, and medical devices worldwide. The company offers Xifaxan for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea; Wellbutrin XL for major depressive disorder in adults; Solodyn to treat red and pus-filled pimples of acne in patients, as well as Ziana, Clindagel, Acanya, Atralin, Retin- A Micro, and ONEXTON gel; Glumetza to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus; PROVENGE for the treatment of prostate cancer; and Jublia for onychomycosis of the toenails. It also provides Nitropress for the immediate reduction of blood pressure of patients in hypertensive crises; Isuprel for heart related treatments; Xenazine for chorea; Uceris to get ulcerative colitis under control; Lotemax gel for post-operative inflammation and pain; Arestin, a subgingival sustained-release antibiotic; PreserVision, an antioxidant eye vitamin and mineral supplement; CeraVe to rebuild and repair the skin barrier; Biotrue for healthy contact lens wear; and ReNu Multiplus to lubricate and rewet soft contact lenses. In addition, the company offers Ocuvite, a lutein eye vitamin and mineral supplement; Boston, a cleansing solution for gas permeable contact lenses; Artelac to treat dry eyes; various ophthalmic surgical products; SofLens daily disposable contact lenses; Biotrue ONEday lens; Bausch + Lomb Ultra, a contact lens PureVision, a contact lens; and medical device systems for aesthetic applications. Further, it provides Tobramycin and Dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for steroid responsive inflammatory ocular conditions; Metronidazole to treat bacterial infections; and Latanoprost for the treatment of glaucoma. Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (VRX) was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Laval, Canada.

Algorithmic traders utilize these daily forecasts by the I Know First market prediction system as a tool to enhance portfolio performance, verify their own analysis and act on market opportunities faster. This forecast was sent to current I Know First subscribers.

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