Insights February 3, 2025 Hedging Strategies in Action: Q4 2024 Hightlights from Q4 2024 earnings calls. By Isaac Wheeler , Jordan Wank Fourth quarter earnings calls were highlighted by a resounding shift towards strategies that protect against lower rates. Rather than the somewhat even mix we observed in Q3, most of the strategies we reviewed leaned towards protecting against unexpected rate cuts. As we move through Q1, we expect to see a mix in hedging direction and an increased use of options strategies, given the flat curve environment. Read our complete summary here