CTAs Surge Ahead of Equity Markets as Metals‑Driven Trends Fuel January Gains

Trend followers capitalized on powerful moves in metals, currencies, and stocks to open 2026 with standout performance, outpacing global equity benchmarks.

Stephen Taub February 23, 2026

Commodity trading advisors opened 2026 with striking outperformance, as a wave of metals‑driven trends helped many of the largest programs deliver far stronger gains than global equity markets.Most CTAs, also known as managed futures, posted strong results in January, a volatile month that saw the

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