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Flirting with Models

Asif Noor – Modern Systematic Macro (S6E9)

Jun 26, 2023
46:41

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Quick takeaways

  • The evolution of quantitative strategies has led to the need for hundreds of alpha forecasts with varying timeframes and signal strengths, highlighting the importance of constantly introducing new alpha signals and enhancing existing ones while managing risk and portfolio construction.
  • Managing a multi-strategy program requires normalizing and comparing alpha forecasts from different models, combining them into a global portfolio while respecting risk limits and constraints, and maintaining the integrity of individual signals during trade execution.

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Introduction and Background

In this podcast episode, Corey Hofstein interviews Osif Nor, the portfolio manager at Aspect Capital, about his experience developing systematic macro strategies and managing a multi-strategy program. Nor discusses the challenges and evolution of quantitative strategies over the past 25 years, including the need for hundreds of alpha forecasts with varying timeframes and signal strengths. The conversation highlights the importance of constantly introducing new alpha signals and enhancing existing ones, but also emphasizes the need for risk management and portfolio construction. Additionally, Nor touches on the benefits of collaboration, data availability, and the use of technology in systematically investing.

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