Overview
Vaults deploy capital according to defined strategies. Each strategy has different return targets, risk profiles, and underlying allocations.Strategy Types
1. Fixed Rate Focus
Objective: Maximize fixed-rate yield with minimal variable exposureTarget APY
6-10%
Risk Level
Low
- Conservative investors
- Those wanting predictable returns
- First-time vault users
- Curator places lend orders across multiple maturities
- Maturity laddering provides regular liquidity events
- Auto-rollover maintains continuous deployment
- Cash buffer handles withdrawal requests
2. Yield Optimized
Objective: Maximize absolute yield across DeFiTarget APY
8-15%
Risk Level
Medium
- Yield-seeking investors
- Those comfortable with multi-protocol exposure
- Experienced DeFi users
- Curator monitors rates across protocols
- Rebalances to highest-yielding opportunities
- Hedges variable rate exposure when advantageous
- Maintains diversification limits per protocol
3. RWA Enhanced
Objective: Blend DeFi and TradFi yieldsTarget APY
7-12%
Risk Level
Low-Medium
- Institutions
- Those wanting TradFi correlation
- Risk-adjusted return seekers
- Core allocation to Centuari fixed-rate
- Supplemental yield from tokenized T-bills
- Premium yields from RWA-collateralized loans
- Natural hedge between DeFi and TradFi rates
4. Delta Neutral
Objective: Generate yield while hedging directional riskTarget APY
10-20%
Risk Level
Medium-High
- Sophisticated investors
- Those wanting uncorrelated returns
- Market-neutral seekers
- Lend stablecoins on Centuari for base yield
- Capture funding rates via basis trades
- Sell covered options for premium
- Hedged positions reduce directional exposure
5. Multi-Currency
Objective: Optimize across currency marketsTarget APY
7-12%
Risk Level
Medium (FX risk)
- Global investors
- Those comfortable with FX exposure
- Seeking cross-currency arbitrage
- Identify rate differentials across currencies
- Allocate to highest-yielding markets
- May hedge FX or leave exposed
- Rebalance as rate differentials shift
Strategy Comparison
| Strategy | Target APY | Risk | Complexity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Rate Focus | 6-10% | Low | Simple | Conservative |
| Yield Optimized | 8-15% | Medium | Moderate | Yield seekers |
| RWA Enhanced | 7-12% | Low-Med | Moderate | Institutions |
| Delta Neutral | 10-20% | Med-High | Complex | Sophisticated |
| Multi-Currency | 7-12% | Medium | Moderate | Global investors |
Rebalancing Rules
Each strategy has defined rebalancing triggers:Time-Based
- Daily: Check allocation drift
- Weekly: Full rebalance if >5% drift
- At Maturity: Redeploy maturing positions
Event-Based
- Rate Change: Significant market rate movement
- Liquidity Need: Withdrawal queue builds
- Risk Threshold: Position exceeds concentration limit
Example: Fixed Rate Focus Rebalancing
Performance Benchmarks
Each strategy is measured against relevant benchmarks:| Strategy | Benchmark | Target Outperformance |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Rate Focus | Centuari avg fixed rate | +50bps |
| Yield Optimized | DeFi Llama stablecoin avg | +200bps |
| RWA Enhanced | 10Y Treasury + 300bps | +100bps |
| Delta Neutral | Risk-free rate + 500bps | +200bps |
Risk Management
Concentration Limits
| Limit Type | Fixed Rate | Yield Opt | RWA Enhanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Position | 20% | 15% | 15% |
| Single Protocol | 100% | 40% | 50% |
| Single Maturity | 40% | 30% | 30% |
| Single Asset | 100% | 50% | 60% |
Liquidity Requirements
| Strategy | Min Cash Buffer | Max Deployment |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Rate Focus | 5% | 95% |
| Yield Optimized | 10% | 90% |
| RWA Enhanced | 10% | 90% |
| Delta Neutral | 15% | 85% |
Drawdown Limits
If vault experiences significant losses:| Drawdown | Action |
|---|---|
| 2% | Alert curator |
| 5% | Reduce risk, review strategy |
| 10% | Pause new deposits, governance review |
Selecting a Strategy
Assess Risk Tolerance
- Low: Fixed Rate Focus
- Medium: Yield Optimized, RWA Enhanced
- Higher: Delta Neutral
Define Return Expectations
- 6-8%: Fixed Rate Focus
- 8-12%: RWA Enhanced, Multi-Currency
- 12%+: Yield Optimized, Delta Neutral
Consider Time Horizon
- Short (<3 months): Higher cash buffer preferred
- Medium (3-12 months): Standard strategies
- Long (>1 year): Can tolerate longer maturities
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