15 — Position Sizing

Maximum Position Limits#

Concentration✓ Mathematical
◆ The PatternHard caps on concentration to prevent catastrophic single-name losses

No matter how attractive a trade, position limits cap exposure. Common tiers:

LevelLimit
Single name2-5 % of equity
Sector15-25 %
Asset class30-60 %
Total leverage1×-2× (risk parity may use more)

Regulatory frameworks (UCITS, 40-Act) enforce their own diversification rules. Risk budgeting integrates position limits with volatility and correlation constraints.

// Position limits — concentration caps
Concentration kills. Archegos lost $20 B+ in days due to massive single-name concentration with leveraged swaps.
Pattern bridge: See Diversification for the quantitative benefit of spreading risk.
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