Multi-Hypothesis Prediction for Portfolio Optimization: A Structured Ensemble Learning Approach to Risk Diversification

This work proposes a unified framework for portfolio allocation, covering both asset selection and optimization, based on a multiple-hypothesis predict-then-optimize approach. The portfolio is modeled as a structured ensemble, where each predictor corresponds to a specific asset or hypothesis. Struc

January 7, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Synthetic Data for Portfolios: A Throw of the Dice Will Never Abolish Chance

Simulation methods have always been instrumental in finance, and data-driven methods with minimal model specification, commonly referred to as generative models, have attracted increasing attention, especially after the success of deep learning in a broad range of fields. However, the adoption of th

January 7, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

A data-driven merit order: Learning a fundamental electricity price model

Electricity price forecasting approaches generally fall into two categories: data-driven models, which learn from historical patterns, or fundamental models, which simulate market mechanisms. We propose a novel and highly efficient data-driven merit order model that integrates both paradigms. The mo

January 6, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

High-frequency lead-lag relationships in the Chinese stock index futures market: tick-by-tick dynamics of calendar spreads

Lead-lag relationships, integral to market dynamics, offer valuable insights into the trading behavior of high-frequency traders (HFTs) and the flow of information at a granular level. This paper investigates the lead-lag relationships between stock index futures contracts of different maturities in

January 6, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

How to verify that a given process is a Lévy-Driven Ornstein-Uhlenbeck Process

Assuming that a Lévy-Driven Ornstein-Uhlenbeck (or CAR(1)) processes is observed at discrete times $0$, $h$, $2h$,$\cdots$ $[“T/h”]h$. We introduce a step-by-step methodological approach on how a person would verify the model assumptions. The methodology involves estimating the model parameters and

January 6, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Stochastic Optimal Control of Iron Condor Portfolios for Profitability and Risk Management

Previous research on option strategies has primarily focused on their behavior near expiration, with limited attention to the transient value process of the portfolio. In this paper, we formulate Iron Condor portfolio optimization as a stochastic optimal control problem, examining the impact of the

January 6, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Second order asymptotics for discounted aggregate claims of continuous-time renewal risk models with constant interest force

This paper investigates the second order asymptotic expansion for tail probabilities of discounted aggregate claims in continuous-time renewal risk models with constant interest force. Concretely, two types of continuous-time renewal risk models without and with by-claims are separately discussed. B

January 5, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Evaluating the resilience of ESG investments in European Markets during turmoil periods

This study investigates the resilience of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investments during periods of financial instability, comparing them with traditional equity indices across major European markets-Germany, France, and Italy. Using daily returns from October 2021 to February 2024,

January 4, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Finite Element Method for HJB in Option Pricing with Stock Borrowing Fees

In mathematical finance, many derivatives from markets with frictions can be formulated as optimal control problems in the HJB framework. Analytical optimal control can result in highly nonlinear PDEs, which might yield unstable numerical results. Accurate and convergent numerical schemes are essent

January 4, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

On the entropy minimal martingale measure in the exponential Ornstein-Uhlenbeck stochastic volatility model

We consider a stochastic volatility model where the price evolution depend on the exponential of the Ornstein–Uhlenbeck process. After a brief revision of the related theory the entropy-minimal equivalent martingale measure. is calculated.

January 4, 2025 · 1 min · thequant.space

AI-Powered (Finance) Scholarship

The paper focuses on the conceptual process of using LLMs to generate academic papers, rather than presenting complex mathematical models or empirical backtesting results.

January 3, 2025 · 1 min · thequant.space

On consistency of optimal portfolio choice for state-dependent exponential utilities

In an arbitrage-free simple market, we demonstrate that for a class of state-dependent exponential utilities, there exists a unique prediction of the random risk aversion that ensures the consistency of optimal strategies across any time horizon. Our solution aligns with the theory of forward perfor

January 3, 2025 · 1 min · thequant.space

Quantifying A Firm's AI Engagement: Constructing Objective, Data-Driven, AI Stock Indices Using 10-K Filings

Following an analysis of existing AI-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs), we reveal the selection criteria for determining which stocks qualify as AI-related are often opaque and rely on vague phrases and subjective judgments. This paper proposes a new, objective, data-driven approach using natural

January 3, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Model of an Open, Decentralized Computational Network with Incentive-Based Load Balancing

This paper proposes a model that enables permissionless and decentralized networks for complex computations. We explore the integration and optimize load balancing in an open, decentralized computational network. Our model leverages economic incentives and reputation-based mechanisms to dynamically

January 2, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Position building in competition is a game with incomplete information

This paper examines strategic trading under incomplete information, where firms lack full knowledge of key aspects of their competitors’ trading strategies such as target sizes and market impact models. We extend previous work on competitive trading equilibria by incorporating uncertainty through th

January 2, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Risk forecasting using Long Short-Term Memory Mixture Density Networks

This work aims to implement Long Short-Term Memory mixture density networks (LSTM-MDNs) for Value-at-Risk forecasting and compare their performance with established models (historical simulation, CMM, and GARCH) using a defined backtesting procedure. The focus was on the neural network’s ability to

January 2, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Boosting the Accuracy of Stock Market Prediction via Multi-Layer Hybrid MTL Structure

Accurate stock market prediction provides great opportunities for informed decision-making, yet existing methods struggle with financial data’s non-linear, high-dimensional, and volatile characteristics. Advanced predictive models are needed to effectively address these complexities. This paper prop

January 1, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

LLM-Powered Multi-Agent System for Automated Crypto Portfolio Management

Cryptocurrency investment is inherently difficult due to its shorter history compared to traditional assets, the need to integrate vast amounts of data from various modalities, and the requirement for complex reasoning. While deep learning approaches have been applied to address these challenges, th

January 1, 2025 · 2 min · thequant.space

Community detection by simulated bifurcation

Community detection, also known as graph partitioning, is a well-known NP-hard combinatorial optimization problem with applications in diverse fields such as complex network theory, transportation, and smart power grids. The problem’s solution space grows drastically with the number of vertices and

December 30, 2024 · 2 min · thequant.space

Rough differential equations for volatility

We introduce a canonical way of performing the joint lift of a Brownian motion $W$ and a low-regularity adapted stochastic rough path $\mathbf{X}$, extending [Diehl, Oberhauser and Riedel (2015). A Lévy area between Brownian motion and rough paths with applications to robust nonlinear filtering and

December 30, 2024 · 2 min · thequant.space