Essays about: "financial mathematics."
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6. Parameter Update Schemes for Hidden Markov Models applied to Financial Returns
University essay from Lunds universitet/Matematisk statistikAbstract : This thesis was dedicated to investigating the use of different parameter update schemes for Hidden Markov models with time-varying parameters, with an emphasis on developing alternatives to the quasi-Newton step. The focus was on applications to financial returns, using data from the S\&P-500 and the Nikkei index, and for comparison, a trial using synthetic data was also performed. READ MORE
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7. Examination of AI-based ESG-scores as a valid source of alpha in the Swedish investing landscape
University essay from Lunds universitet/Matematisk statistikAbstract : Investing based on environmental, social, and governmental (ESG) criteria has grown rapidly in recent years. The trend has been driven by both an increased interest in sustainability, and the fact that ESG related corporate events have been shown to influence stock prices. READ MORE
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8. Time Dependencies Between Equity Options Implied Volatility Surfaces and Stock Loans, A Forecast Analysis with Recurrent Neural Networks and Multivariate Time Series
University essay from KTH/Matematik (Avd.)Abstract : Synthetic short positions constructed by equity options and stock loan short sells are linked by arbitrage. This thesis analyses the link by considering the implied volatility surface (IVS) at 80%, 100%, and 120% moneyness, and stock loan variables such as benchmark rate (rt), utilization, short interest, and transaction trends to inspect time-dependent structures between the two assets. READ MORE
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9. Improving term structure measurements by incorporating steps in a multiple yield curve framework
University essay from Linköpings universitet/ProduktionsekonomiAbstract : By issuing interest rate derivative contracts, market makers such as large banks are exposed to undesired risk. There are several methods for banks to hedge themselves against this type of risk; one such method is the stochastic programming model developed by Blomvall and Hagenbjörk (2022). READ MORE
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10. Performance of Stochastic Volatility and GARCH Models in Different Market Regimes
University essay from Lunds universitet/Statistiska institutionenAbstract : Reliable methods for estimating financial return volatility are crucial in many areas of trading and investing. Two such frameworks, the GARCH and SV, have been of particular interest to academics and practitioners alike. The GARCH model describes the variance of the current innovation as a function of the actual sizes of the previous innovations. READ MORE