Cross-stock momentum and factor momentum

Abstract

Cross-stock momentum builds on the asymmetry in lead-lag linkages and the difference between long-run and short-run contemporaneous co-movements. Data-driven cross-stock linkages generate a monthly alpha of 1.62% ( t -stat=10.03). The asymmetry distinguishes cross-stock momentum from factor momentum, and industry momentum is not subsumed by factor momentum. Factor momentum profit is mostly due to the high cross-stock links. The data-driven linkages vary faster over time than those in previous studies because short-run co-movements incorporate persistent linkages.