If much of the investment into bond mutual funds that has occurred the last couple of years is for purposes of dampening the volatility of a portfolio — and with the 10 - Year Treasury yield at 1.8 percent it's difficult to argue for a different motivation - then it's important to think through the thesis that bonds will defend a balanced portfolio in an equity bear market in the same way they have, especially to the extent they have in the last two bear markets. (hussman.net)
Additionally, the Fund's focus on valuation and quality companies may help dampen volatility in down markets. (funds.eatonvance.com)
Futures could also help dampen volatility in the underlying bitcoin market, which is known for its wild price swings. (dailybitcoinnews.com)