Performance benchmarking
Compare like with like: the same time period, denomination and treatment of fees.
A change in total assets is not necessarily investment return. New LP deposits can increase AUM without improving anyone's share value. Share-value changes are more useful, but still need the fee treatment and data timestamp.
Example
A DTF starts with 10,000 USDC. LPs add 5,000 USDC, taking assets to 15,000 USDC with no investment gain. Calling that a 50% return would be incorrect.
For an Index DTF, compare against a relevant basket or asset benchmark over the same dates. For Spot or Perpetual strategies, also consider drawdowns, exposure and leverage.
An annualized figure extrapolates a shorter period; it is not a promised yearly return. Compare results after costs where possible.
Return to performance and transparency.