Overview
Rebalancing is the process of adjusting vault allocations to maintain target strategy weights, optimize returns, and manage risk. This can be done automatically or manually by curators.Rebalancing Triggers
Time-Based Triggers
| Trigger | Frequency | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Check | Every 24h | Assess drift from targets |
| Weekly Review | Every 7 days | Full allocation review |
| Monthly Optimization | Every 30 days | Strategy performance review |
Event-Based Triggers
| Trigger | Condition | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Drift Threshold | >5% from target | Rebalance to targets |
| Rate Opportunity | >100bps better rate | Consider reallocation |
| Position Maturity | Position matures | Redeploy capital |
| Large Deposit | >10% of vault | Deploy new capital |
| Large Withdrawal | >10% of vault | Source liquidity |
| Risk Threshold | Concentration exceeded | Reduce exposure |
Rebalancing Process
Automated Rebalancing
For vaults with auto-rebalancing enabled:Manual Rebalancing
Curators can manually trigger rebalancing:Rebalancing Strategies
Maturity Laddering
Maintain exposure across multiple maturities:- Regular liquidity events
- Reduces rollover risk
- Smooths rate exposure
Rate Optimization
Shift allocation based on rate opportunities:- Stay within concentration limits
- Consider liquidity needs
- Account for expected rate changes
Risk-Based Rebalancing
Adjust for changing risk conditions:Example: Full Rebalancing Cycle
Starting State (Day 0):Costs of Rebalancing
Gas Costs
- Protocol covers gas for automated rebalancing
- No cost to vault depositors
Opportunity Cost
- Exiting positions early may sacrifice yield
- Moving to lower-rate positions reduces returns
Slippage
- Large rebalancing in thin markets may have slippage
- Partial rebalancing over time minimizes impact
Rebalancing Controls
Curator Controls
| Control | Options |
|---|---|
| Auto-Rebalance | Enable/Disable |
| Drift Threshold | 2-10% |
| Rebalance Frequency | Daily/Weekly/Manual |
| Max Trade Size | % of vault per trade |
Protocol Safeguards
| Safeguard | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Rate Floor | Don’t deploy below X% APY |
| Concentration Limit | Hard cap per position |
| Liquidity Reserve | Never go below X% cash |
| Pause | Emergency stop |
Monitoring Rebalancing
Dashboard Metrics
| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Current Allocation | Live allocation breakdown |
| Target Allocation | Strategy targets |
| Drift | Current vs target difference |
| Last Rebalance | When and what was done |
| Pending Actions | Scheduled rebalancing |
Rebalancing History
View all rebalancing events:| Date | Trigger | Actions | Cost | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-15 | Maturity | Deploy $300k to 90d | $0 | Targets restored |
| 2025-03-08 | Drift >5% | Reduce 30d, increase 60d | $0 | Drift reduced to 2% |
| 2025-03-01 | Rate opportunity | Shift to higher rate | $0 | +20bps yield |
FAQs
Does rebalancing cost me money?
Does rebalancing cost me money?
Gas is covered by the protocol. Opportunity costs (from early exit or rate changes) may exist but curators optimize for overall returns.
How often should rebalancing happen?
How often should rebalancing happen?
Depends on strategy. Fixed Rate Focus vaults may rebalance monthly at maturities. Yield Optimized may rebalance weekly or when large rate opportunities emerge.
Can I see upcoming rebalancing?
Can I see upcoming rebalancing?
Yes. The vault dashboard shows scheduled maturity events and pending rebalancing actions.
What if the curator doesn't rebalance?
What if the curator doesn't rebalance?
Automated rebalancing handles routine events. If a curator is inactive for extended periods, governance may intervene.
View Vault Allocations
Check current allocations and rebalancing history