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48 results for spread divergence

For distributions P\mathbb{P} and Q\mathbb{Q} with different supports or undefined densities, the divergence D(PQ)\textrm{D}(\mathbb{P}||\mathbb{Q}) may not exist. We define a Spread Divergence D~(PQ)\tilde{\textrm{D}}(\mathbb{P}||\mathbb{Q}) on modified P\mathbb{P} and Q\mathbb{Q} and describe sufficient conditions for t…

2018-11-21abs ↗pdf ↗

Probabilistic models are often trained by maximum likelihood, which corresponds to minimizing a specific f-divergence between the model and data distribution. In light of recent successes in training Generative Adversarial Networks, alternative non-likelihood training criteria have been proposed. Whilst not necessarily…

2019-07-27abs ↗pdf ↗

Geodesics in curved spaces spread evenly over time.

problem Equidistribution of geodesics in negatively curved spaces.
method Proving equidistribution of geodesic flow orbits towards measures of maximal entropy and Bowen-Margulis measure.
result Equidistribution of divergent geodesics in negative curvature as their complexity increases.

The study quantifies geodesic divergence on Riemannian planes with bounded geometry.

problem Understanding geodesic divergence on Riemannian planes with specific geometric constraints.
method Recalling quasi-redirection and using it to quantify geodesic divergence, compactifying Riemannian planes into D2\mathbb{D}^2 or S2\mathbb{S}^2.
result Necessary and sufficient conditions for the quasi-redirecting compactification being S2\mathbb{S}^2 are derived in terms of asymptotic cones.

A new trading strategy using reinforcement learning for statistical arbitrage.

problem Traditional statistical arbitrage models rely on model assumptions and price deviations from a long-term mean.
method Empirical reversion time metric, reinforcement learning framework, and state space optimization.
result Optimal mean reversion strategy identified through reinforcement learning.

We study the asymptotic consistency properties of αα-Rényi approximate posteriors, a class of variational Bayesian methods that approximate an intractable Bayesian posterior with a member of a tractable family of distributions, the member chosen to minimize the αα-Rényi divergence from the true posterior. Unique to o…

2019-02-05abs ↗pdf ↗

CD learning is shown to be an adversarial game for fitting models.

problem Difficulty in understanding the convergence properties of CD learning.
method Presented an alternative derivation of CD without approximation, showing it as a time-reversal adversarial game.
result CD is an adversarial learning procedure where a discriminator tries to classify time-reversed Markov chains.

Reassesses calibration metrics in machine learning models.

problem Inconsistent reporting of calibration metrics in recent literature.
method Calibration-based decomposition of Bregman divergences, visualization of calibration and generalization error.
result New visualization technique for detecting trade-offs between calibration and generalization.

We establish that, over certain ground fields, the set of osculating tangents of Cayley's ruled cubic surface gives rise to a (maximal partial) spread which is also a dual (maximal partial) spread. It is precisely the Betten-Walker spreads that allow for this construction. Every infinite Betten-Walker spread is not an …

2013-03-31abs ↗pdf ↗

We introduce nonlinear higher-order label spreading for semi-supervised learning.

problem Efficient semi-supervised learning on graphs with complex label spreading.
method We add nonlinearity to label spreading through higher-order graph structures, proving convergence and demonstrating efficiency on various datasets.
result Our nonlinear higher-order label spreading algorithm converges to the global solution and performs favorably compared to classical methods.

Efficiently learns linear non-Gaussian DAGs with noisy nodes.

problem Learning DAGs with non-Gaussian noise and diverging number of nodes.
method Proposes a novel method using topological layers for bottom-up reconstruction and consistent parent-child relations.
result Topological layers can be exactly reconstructed and parent-child relations established without faithfulness assumption.

New approximations for Asian basket spread options using stochastic Taylor expansions.

problem Pricing Asian basket spread options under the Black-Scholes model.
method Stochastic Taylor expansion applied to a log-normal proxy model.
result Highly accurate approximations for Asian and spread options, without numerical integration.

The statistical properties of the bid-ask spread of a frequently traded Chinese stock listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange are investigated using the limit-order book data. Three different definitions of spread are considered based on the time right before transactions, the time whenever the highest buying price or th…

2006-12-31abs ↗pdf ↗

Study analyzes price response and spread impact in foreign exchange markets.

problem Understanding deviations from Markovian behavior in foreign exchange markets.
method Detailed large-scale data analysis of price response functions for different years and time scales, using pip bid-ask spread definition.
result Large pip spreads significantly impact price response in foreign exchange markets.

Model estimates LIBOR rates and finds COVID-19 spread spike due to credit risk.

problem Estimating LIBOR rates and understanding the factors affecting them.
method Developed a joint model for various LIBOR-related rates and used it to decompose spreads.
result Credit risk mainly caused the spike in LIBOR-OIS spread during the COVID-19 onset, with equal contributions from credit and funding-liquidity risks on average.

The term structure of credit spreads is studied with an aim to predict its future movements. A completely new approach to tackle this problem is presented, which utilizes nonlinear parametric models. The Brain-Cousens regression model with five parameters is chosen to describe the term structure of credit spreads. Furt…

2014-01-27abs ↗pdf ↗

New model predicts credit spreads using stochastic CIR++ intensities.

problem Lack of continuous stochastic credit spread models and limited term structure models.
method Stochastic CIR++ model for default intensities in risk-neutral space.
result Model produces realistic credit spread term structure curves and consistent diffusion over time.

Paper models and forecasts intra-day electricity price spreads.

problem Forecasting intra-day price spreads for electricity traders and operators.
method Dynamic density functions based on skewed-t distributions, conditional on exogenous drivers.
result Best fitting and forecasting specifications selected using Pinball Loss function.

Model predicts bid and ask price dynamics with spread-dependent intensities.

problem Predicting bid and ask price dynamics in high-frequency stock markets.
method Extended Hawkes process with zero intensities, spread-dependent intensities, and negative excitement.
result Spread-narrowing tendency, excitations caused by previous events, impact of flash crashes, and different market participant features.

Paper uses reinforcement learning to optimize bid-ask spreads in OTC markets.

problem Optimizing bid-ask spreads in over-the-counter markets with dynamic order sizes.
method Reinforcement learning to solve high-dimensional stochastic control problem.
result Optimal bid-ask spreads follow a Gaussian distribution under certain conditions.

Paper forecasts recession indicators using yield spread models.

problem Forecasting the leading indicator of a recession using yield spread.
method Applied econometric time series and machine learning models to forecast yield spread.
result Parsimonious univariate ARIMA model outperforms richly parameterized VAR method.

The global crisis of 2008 provoked a heightened interest among scientists to study the phenomenon, its propagation and negative consequences. The process of modelling the spread of a virus is commonly used in epidemiology. Conceptually, the spread of a disease among a population is similar to the contagion process in e…

2018-12-17abs ↗pdf ↗

The paper prices energy spread options using a complex stochastic model.

problem Pricing energy spread options with specific stochastic dynamics.
method Uses an exponential Ornstein-Uhlenbeck process driven by variance gamma processes, applying the Esscher transform and FFT method.
result Derives an analytical formula for pricing forwards and spread options.

In this work, we provide a framework linking microstructural properties of an asset to the tick value of the exchange. In particular, we bring to light a quantity, referred to as implicit spread, playing the role of spread for large tick assets, for which the effective spread is almost always equal to one tick. The rel…

2012-07-26abs ↗pdf ↗

The paper explains how to construct a credit spread curve from bond prices.

problem The challenge of constructing a credit spread curve from bond prices.
method Fit parametrised survival curves to construct the curve, avoiding the Z-spread issue.
result A concise treatment of the high-dollar price bonds trading at higher yields is explained.

Alternative closed-form formula for spread call option prices under log-normal models.

problem Valuation of spread call options under log-normal models.
method Developed an alternative closed-form formula for spread call option prices.
result Our formula performs better for certain range of model parameters than existing closed-form formula.

We identify and analyze statistical regularities and irregularities in the recent order flow of different NASDAQ stocks, focusing on the positions where orders are placed in the orderbook. This includes limit orders being placed outside of the spread, inside the spread and (effective) market orders. We find that limit …

2017-02-14abs ↗pdf ↗

New formula for efficient spread option pricing in copula markets.

problem Efficient pricing of spread options in markets with correlated assets.
method Unified approach using copula functions and numerical integration.
result Proposes a method requiring only one-dimensional integral evaluations.

We develop an efficient method to calibrate CDS spreads using asymptotic approximations.

problem Calibrating CDS spreads in the SSRD model with correlated processes.
method Asymptotic coefficient expansion to approximate solutions of nonlinear PDEs.
result Our approximation does not require uncorrelated interest rate and default intensity processes.

Algorithm ensures fair information spread in social networks with community structure.

problem Disparities in information coverage between communities in social networks.
method Fits a model to the social network, uses community structure, and determines optimal seed allocations for fair coverage.
result Empirical accuracy demonstrated on simulated and real networks.