Portfolio Underperformance Analysis

Measurement

Portfolio underperformance analysis involves a quantitative decomposition of returns to identify the precise drivers behind a strategy failing to meet its intended benchmark. In crypto derivatives markets, this process requires isolating alpha from beta by accounting for specific factors such as funding rate decay, high slippage during execution, and the drag caused by non-linear Greeks in option portfolios. Analysts utilize attribution models to determine whether the shortfall stems from poor timing, incorrect volatility forecasting, or mispriced risk premiums.