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48 results for formulaic factors

The paper derives a formula for factorizing categorical data to improve Bayes classifiers.

problem Improving the accuracy of Bayes classifiers by effectively factoring multidimensional data.
method Derives an explicit formula for calculating the marginal likelihood of a factorized categorical dataset.
result The derived formula can be used to select the best factorization for constructing a Bayes classifier.

In this paper, we provide explicit formulas, in terms of the covariances of sample covariances or sample correlations, for the asymptotic covariances of unrotated factor loading estimates and unique variance estimates. These estimates are extracted from least square, principal, iterative principal component, alpha or i…

2018-11-12abs ↗pdf ↗

A justification of the Basel liquidity formula for risk capital in the trading book is given under the assumption that market risk-factor changes form a Gaussian white noise process over 10-day time steps and changes to P&L are linear in the risk-factor changes. A generalization of the formula is derived under the more…

2018-03-20abs ↗pdf ↗

We prove a multiplicity formula for Riemann-Roch numbers of reductions of Hamiltonian actions of loop groups. This includes as a special case the factorization formula for the quantum dimension of the moduli space of flat connections over a Riemann surface.

1996-12-30abs ↗pdf ↗

Paper proposes an analytical pricing model for puttable bonds with credit risk.

problem Analytical pricing of puttable bonds with credit risk.
method Developed a 2-factor structural PDE model and derived analytical pricing formula under specific conditions.
result Derived analytical pricing formula for puttable bonds with credit risk.

Paper proposes a new REINFORCE algorithm for mining formulaic alpha factors with reduced variance.

problem Mining formulaic alpha factors with interpretability and robustness in volatile markets.
method Developed a novel REINFORCE algorithm with a dedicated baseline and reward shaping.
result Boosts correlation with returns by 3.83% and enhances excess returns compared to existing methods.

AutoAlpha efficiently discovers effective alpha factors for quantitative investment.

problem Mining effective alpha factors for successful quantitative investment models.
method Hierarchical evolutionary algorithm with PCA-QD search, warm start, and replacement methods.
result AutoAlpha discovers and generates effective formulaic alphas for portfolio optimization.

AlphaForge mines and dynamically combines alpha factors for better investment performance.

problem Inconsistency and inflexibility of fixed factor weights in alpha factor mining.
method Generative-predictive neural network for factor generation and dynamic weight adjustment.
result Demonstrated superior performance in formulaic alpha factor mining and portfolio returns.

Investigates Künneth formula for foliated de Rham cohomology, overcoming non-Hausdorff issues.

problem Computing cohomology for foliated manifolds, especially when non-Hausdorff.
method Develops a Künneth formula for specific cases of Hausdorff foliated cohomology and finite-dimensional cohomology.
result Valid Künneth formula for certain foliated cohomology spaces, with counterexamples for others.

Even in the simple one-factor credit portfolio model that underlies the Basel II regulatory capital rules coming into force in 2007, the exact contributions to credit value-at-risk can only be calculated with Monte-Carlo simulation or with approximation algorithms that often involve numerical integration. As this may r…

2003-02-20abs ↗pdf ↗

We use filtrations of the Grassmannian model to produce explicit algebraic formulae for all harmonic maps of finite uniton number from a Riemann surface, and so all harmonic maps from the 2-sphere, to the unitary group for a general class of factorizations by unitons. We show how these specialize to give explicit formu…

2009-09-30abs ↗pdf ↗

Study on conical singularities in 2D surfaces, deriving Polyakov formulas.

problem Analyzing zeta-regularized determinants in surfaces with conical singularities.
method Demonstrated variational and integrated Polyakov formulas for conical singularities, circular sectors, and cones.
result Explicit formulas for the determinant of conical sectors and cones derived.

Novel method for estimating currency option parameters with improved accuracy.

problem Improving currency option pricing accuracy and calibration process.
method Develops approximate formulas for two parameters in stochastic volatility models with exponentially-affine characteristic functions.
result Superior accuracy in parameter estimation for currency options.

Factorization of DE coefficients is violated in antiparallel triple pretzels, but described elegantly.

problem Understanding the origins of factorization in double braids and its extension to antiparallel triple pretzels.
method Defect-preserving deformation from trefoil to antiparallel triple pretzels, analysis of DE coefficients.
result Factorization of DE coefficients is violated but described by an elegant formula for symmetric representations.

We present a representation formula for discrete indefinite affine spheres via loop group factorizations. This formula is derived from the Birkhoff decomposition of loop groups associated with discrete indefinite affine spheres. In particular we show that a discrete indefinite improper affine sphere can be constructed …

2020-01-22abs ↗pdf ↗

The Hull-White one factor model is used to price interest rate options. The parameters of the model are often calibrated to simple liquid instruments, in particular European swaptions. It is therefore very important to have very efficient pricing formula for simple instruments. Such a formula is proposed here for Europ…

2009-01-13abs ↗pdf ↗

A tropical curve in R3\mathbb R^{3} contributes to Gromov-Witten invariants in all genus. Nevertheless, we present a simple formula for how a given tropical curve contributes to Gromov-Witten invariants when we encode these invariants in a generating function with exponents of λλ recording Euler characteristic. Our ma…

2016-08-08abs ↗pdf ↗

We give an explicit formula for the L2L^2 analytic torsion of the finite metric cone over an oriented compact connected Riemannian manifold. We provide an interpretation of the different factors appearing in this formula. We prove that the analytic torsion of the cone is the finite part of the limit obtained collapsing…

2013-08-25abs ↗pdf ↗

This paper studies HOMFLY polynomials of specific and infinite classes of knots.

problem Computing HOMFLY polynomials in general is difficult; this paper examines specific cases.
method Examined two specific knots and a general infinite class of knots.
result Observed apparent patterns in the polynomials of specific knots and conjectured properties of the general class.

We give a local expression for the {\it scalar curvature} of the noncommutative two torus Aθ=C(Tθ2) A_θ = C(\mathbb{T}_θ^2) equipped with an arbitrary translation invariant complex structure and Weyl factor. This is achieved by evaluating the value of the (analytic continuation of the) {\it spectral zeta functional} $ζ_a(s): …

2011-10-16abs ↗pdf ↗

New method decomposes profits and losses continuously, avoiding discrete reporting issues.

problem Analyzing profits and losses at discrete dates ignores detailed paths.
method Constructs a large class of continuous-time decompositions using extended Itô's formula.
result Identifies a preferred decomposition from exactness, symmetry, and normalization axioms.

A string link S can be closed in a canonical way to produce an ordinary closed link L. We also consider a twisted closing which produces a knot K. We give a formula for the Conway polynomial of L as a product of the Conway polynomial of K times a power series whose coefficients are given as explicit functions of the Mi…

1997-11-08abs ↗pdf ↗

FactorMiner discovers financial alpha factors with low redundancy.

problem Finding novel financial alpha factors in a vast search space.
method Modular Skill Architecture and Experience Memory to distill and guide exploration.
result FactorMiner constructs a diverse library of high-quality factors with competitive performance.

Assume (1) asset returns follow a stochastic multi-factor process with time-varying conditional expectations; (2) investments are linear functions of factors. This paper calculates asymptotic joint moments of the logarithm of investor's wealth and the factors. These formulas enable fast computation of a wide range of i…

2003-04-11abs ↗pdf ↗

Sub-Riemannian Selberg trace formulae for compact quotients of SL(2, R)

problem Computing zeta-regularized determinants of sub-Laplacians
method Using Fourier decomposition and Selberg trace formulae
result Compact determinant formula expressed in terms of base hyperbolic surface and relative Selberg product

Pricing formulae for defaultable corporate bonds with discrete coupons under consideration of the government taxes in the united model of structural and reduced form models are provided. The aim of this paper is to generalize the comprehensive structural model for defaultable fixed income bonds (considered in [1]) into…

2013-09-06abs ↗pdf ↗

A new derivation is given of Branson's factorization formula for the conformally invariant operator on the sphere whose principal part is the k-th power of the scalar Laplacian. The derivation deduces Branson's formula from knowledge of the corresponding conformally invariant operator on Euclidean space (the k-th power…

2007-11-29abs ↗pdf ↗

We derive formulas for the performance of capital assets in continuous time from an efficient market hypothesis, with no stochastic assumptions and no assumptions about the beliefs or preferences of investors. Our efficient market hypothesis says that a speculator with limited means cannot beat a particular index by a …

2018-02-05abs ↗pdf ↗

Derives GJMS operators and Q-curvatures for submanifolds.

problem Understanding geometric properties of submanifolds in conformal manifolds.
method Realizes conformal manifold as Poincaré-Einstein space boundary, derives operators as obstructions, uses ambient metric for conformal invariance.
result Explicit formulas and factorization for GJMS operators of orders 2 and 4, conformal invariance for all orders in all dimensions.

Investment strategy depends on many factors for venture capital funds.

problem Finding the optimal portfolio size for venture capital funds.
method Analyzes various factors affecting fund returns and optimal portfolio size, starting with basic assumptions and increasing complexity.
result Investment strategy depends on many factors, not a one-size-fits-all formula.

In his Ph.D. thesis, Burak Ozbagci described an algorithm computing signatures of Lefschetz fibrations where the input is a factorization of the monodromy into a product of Dehn twists. In this note, we give a reformulation of Ozbagci's algorithm which becomes much easier to implement. Our main tool is Wall's non-addit…

2019-07-26abs ↗pdf ↗