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In today's article, the Quantitative Research Division provides an in-depth review of stochastic processes and their applications in finance. The key themes explored in the article are Markov Chains, Martingales, and Random Walks, elucidating how each will be utilized in financial modeling and risk management. In the first of two chapters, we discuss in detail how advanced mathematics provide insight into asset pricing, risk analysis, and portfolio optimization in such a complex dynamic marketplace and how such insights help investors and financial professionals make data-driven decisions. Authors: Riccardo Barcellona Lorenzo Foschi Eugenio Tamborrini Saimon Eccher

In today's article, the Global Markets Division undertakes an in-depth analysis of the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. elections employing a Top-Down approach. The analysis begins with a broad overview of macroeconomic U.S. policies, followed by sectoral analysis. Furthermore, the article provides a detailed comparison of the economic agendas of candidates Trump and Harris by outlining their plan in terms of the potential implications for various industries. Authors: Simone Pajusco Daniele Battistini Cristiano Celot Gianmaria Migliozzi

The Fall '25 Recruitment Period for Riot Investment Society is coming to an end! If you are eager to enhance your understanding of investments and become part of a Student network, we encourage you to submit your application by October 9th. This is a valuable opportunity to join a community dedicated to investment education, portfolio management, and industry engagement. Don’t miss out! Submit your application today at the following link: https://lnkd.in/e82y_PCH

We are excited to introduce Riot Investment Society's Board for the 2024/2025 academic year! Leading the society is Mattia Hunziker as President, with Giorgio Pession Borghi serving as Vice-President and Head of Quantitative Research. Federico Catella takes on the role of Head of Equity Research, while Fabio Simeone leads the Portfolio Management division, and Simone Pajusco oversees the Global Markets division. Our Co-founders, Alessandro Perrone and Keivan Santoli, continue to provide valuable guidance as Board Advisors, ensuring that the society remains a hub for financial education and professional development. We are pleased to remind everyone that applications are now open for new members! This is your chance to become part of an active and thriving community, where you can enhance your knowledge of finance, develop hands-on experience, and collaborate with peers who share a passion for investment and markets.

Applications are Now Open! Click the link to apply: https://lnkd.in/enP4e3W3 Riot Investment Society is excited to welcome a new class of applicants. You have until the 9th of October to submit your application and join Bologna's leading student investment clubs. What will you do? You will have the opportunity to join one of our four divisions: Equity Research, Global Markets, Portfolio Management, or Quantitative Research. Your placement will be based on your interests and expertise. Additionally, you can participate in our internal Investment Cup, where you will put your skills to the test in building an efficient portfolio. For more information on each division and to see where you may fit best, visit our website and review our publications: https://lnkd.in/dTbb8T3r. What are the next steps? Upon completing the application form, we will review your CV and conduct a phone interview to better understand your knowledge and motivation. Networking Event Details of our upcoming networking event will be announced soon. Best of luck, and we look forward to meeting you!

Welcome to "Market Models & Metrics," a weekly report from Deltahedge in collaboration with Riot Investment Society. This publication covers the advanced models applied to the financial markets, ranging across various asset classes and quantitative analytics that forecast market dynamics. Given recent indications by the Federal Reserve, the imminent FOMC meeting and changes in economic conditions, our focus this week is on projecting the Federal Funds Rate over the next five years using the Vasicek model. This effort is in line with our ongoing commitment to offer cutting-edge market analyses and insights. Stay tuned for weekly insights as we continue to explore the complex interplay of factors shaping the financial markets.

The first edition of Market Models & Metrics in collaboration with Deltahedge is out. Check it out!

Curious about mutual funds and how they can benefit your investment strategy? Check out this comprehensive guide that breaks down everything you need to know about mutual funds, from their structure to their advantages and risks. Author: Michele Antichi https://lnkd.in/dXsay_rb

We are pleased to share our latest research on applying cluster analysis to the S&P 500 stocks. By using non-hierarchical cluster analysis, particularly k-means, we grouped the S&P 500 companies based on key financial metrics such as P/E ratio, dividend yield, and EV/EBITDA. The insights gained provide valuable information for portfolio diversification and sector analysis, demonstrating the value of cluster analysis in financial data and its potential to inform investment strategies. Author: Alessandro Perrone

In collaboration with Starting Finance Club Tor Vergata we analysed Iliad business adopting different methods. Read below to discover our target price. Authors: Lucio Dalle Donne Matteo Batacchi Guido Birilli