Mirae Asset Model Portfolios

Learn about Model Portfolios

Understand what model portfolios are, how Curated and DIY approaches differ, and how to decide which path fits your investment style and clients.

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What are Model Portfolios?

Model portfolios are structured investment blueprints. They define how money should be allocated across ETFs or other securities to achieve a specific objective and risk profile.

In practice, a model portfolio is a pre-defined asset allocation and ETF line-up that investors or advisors can implement in their own accounts. The model itself does not hold assets; instead, it acts as a reference framework that can be followed, adapted or combined with other strategies.

Key characteristics of model portfolios:

  • Objective-driven: Each model is designed around a goal such as growth, income, capital preservation or thematic exposure.
  • Risk-mapped: Portfolios are aligned to a defined risk profile (for example, Conservative, Moderate, Aggressive).
  • Rules-based: Construction and rebalancing typically follow documented guidelines rather than ad-hoc decisions.
  • ETF-led implementation: In this platform, models are implemented primarily using Mirae Asset ETFs for transparency and liquidity.
  • Repeatable: The same model can be implemented for multiple investors, making it easier to scale advice and maintain discipline.

Two ways to use Model Portfolios

On this platform you can either adopt ready-made Curated Model Portfolios or design your own using the DIY toolkit. The summary below highlights how they differ.

Curated

Curated Risk-Spectrum Portfolios

Professionally constructed ETF-based portfolios across the risk spectrum, designed and maintained by Mirae Asset’s Product Team.

  • Clear risk-based categorisation (Conservative → Aggressive)
  • Disciplined asset-allocation and ETF-selection framework
  • Periodic rebalancing based on defined methodology
  • Built on Mirae Asset’s ETF lineup
  • Seamless execution available through Smallcase-supported brokers
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DIY

DIY Custom ETF Portfolios

Design your own ETF-based model portfolio using our backtesting toolkit. Adjust allocations and strategy parameters, and evaluate historical performance before implementing.

  • Create a custom ETF portfolio from scratch
  • Backtest across multiple time periods and metrics
  • Adjust allocations, rules, and rebalancing frequency
  • Execute via Smallcase-supported brokers
  • Tracking available at individual ETF level
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Which Model Portfolio path is right for you?

Both paths use the same ETF building blocks but serve different types of users and use-cases. The comparison below can help you decide where to start.

Option 1

Curated Portfolios

Ready-made ETF model portfolios designed by Mirae Asset’s Product Team—ideal for investors seeking a professionally constructed, risk-aligned solution.

Best for

  • Investors who prefer a guided approach
  • Those who want research-backed, risk-based model portfolios
  • Users looking for a simple “select & execute” experience

Option 2

DIY Model Portfolios

A powerful toolkit to build custom ETF portfolios and evaluate them through backtesting.

Best for

  • Investors who want full control over allocations
  • Users who enjoy exploring different strategies
  • Those who want to experiment before implementing

How advisors and investors commonly use model portfolios

  • Use Curated Portfolios as core building blocks for standard risk profiles (for example, “Moderate growth model” for many clients with similar needs).
  • Layer DIY Portfolios on top as tactical or satellite ideas (for example, a Smart-Beta tilt or a sector/thematic basket).
  • Maintain a short list of approved models internally and map them to suitability frameworks, documentation and client communication.
  • Use DIY backtests as an internal research lab; once stable, successful ideas can be formalised into Curated-style frameworks.

Important information & disclaimers

  • Model Portfolios are conceptual frameworks and not mutual fund schemes or exchange-traded products by themselves.
  • Hypothetical or backtested performance is provided for illustration only and does not represent actual investor experience.
  • Investments in equity, debt, gold, commodities and thematic strategies are subject to market risks, including possible loss of principal.
  • Investors and advisors should assess suitability based on risk profile, objectives, time horizon and overall asset allocation before implementing any model.