Andrew W. Lo

Andrew Lo, a Professor at MIT Sloan and Director of the MIT Laboratory for Financial Engineering, brings his expertise in adapting financial theories to human behavior. He discusses his Adaptive Markets Hypothesis, which combines finance with biology to explain market dynamics influenced by emotions. Lo emphasizes the importance of risk management and market timing for investors, revealing strategies for navigating downturns and the significance of portfolio diversification. He also explores innovative funding models for cancer research, merging finance with critical healthcare advancements.