Scalar dynamic risk measures for univariate positions in continuous time are commonly represented as backward stochastic differential equations. In the multivariate setting, dynamic risk measures have been defined and studied as families of set-valued functionals in the recent literature. There are two possible extensi…
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Backward stochastic difference equations on lattices with application to market equilibrium analysismath.PR
Study BSΔE on lattices for asset price analysis.
problem Optimal investment and market equilibrium analysis in asset price models.
method Backward stochastic difference equations on lattices.
result Applications to optimal investment and market equilibrium analysis.
This paper presents a novel approach to numerically solve stochastic differential games for nonlinear systems. The proposed approach relies on the nonlinear Feynman-Kac theorem that establishes a connection between parabolic deterministic partial differential equations and forward-backward stochastic differential equat…
Paper proves stability of complex equations under various conditions.
problem Stability of backward stochastic differential equations with jumps.
method General framework for convergent sequences of data and solutions.
result Convergent sequence of solutions for associated data.
Study proves existence of equilibrium in incomplete economies with discontinuous volatility.
problem Existence of incomplete Radner equilibrium with nondegenerate endogenous volatility.
method Established existence of solution for Markovian quadratic BSDEs with discontinuous generators using unique continuation and backward uniqueness.
result Existence of incomplete Radner equilibrium with nondegenerate endogenous volatility.
We propose a new method for the numerical solution of backward stochastic differential equations (BSDEs) which finds its roots in Fourier analysis. The method consists of an Euler time discretization of the BSDE with certain conditional expectations expressed in terms of Fourier transforms and computed using the fast F…
A new deep generative model uses BSDEs for high-dimensional data generation.
problem Generating high-dimensional complex data, especially images.
method Combines BSDEs with deep neural networks for training with MMD loss.
result BSDE-Gen effectively generates high-dimensional data with stochasticity.
This paper formulates and studies a stochastic maximum principle for forward-backward stochastic Volterra integral equations (FBSVIEs in short), while the control area is assumed to be convex. Then a linear quadratic (LQ in short) problem for backward stochastic Volterra integral equations (BSVIEs in short) is present …
In this paper, we introduce a large class of convergent numerical methods, based on (linear) basis function regression technique, to approximate the solution to a forward-backward stochastic differential equation with jumps (FBSDEJ hereafter). Numerical experiment shows good applicability of the proposed method.
Paper develops methods for solving complex stochastic equations using Malliavin calculus.
problem Existence, uniqueness, and regularity of solutions to BSVIEs.
method Malliavin calculus for tackling diagonal processes and nonlinear dependence.
result Developed well-posedness results for BSVIEs, including probabilistic interpretation of PDEs and portfolio optimization.
In this introductory paper, we discuss how quantitative finance problems under some common risk factor dynamics for some common instruments and approaches can be formulated as time-continuous or time-discrete forward-backward stochastic differential equations (FBSDE) final-value or control problems, how these final val…
(Working Paper) Using a purely probabilistic argument, we prove the global well-posedness of multidimensional superquadratic backward stochastic differential equations (BSDEs) without Markovian assumption. The key technique is the interplay between the local well-posedness of fully coupled path-dependent forward backwa…
Paper develops a new probabilistic method for American options using entropy regularization.
problem Finding optimal stopping times for American options with entropy regularization.
method Entropy-regularized penalization scheme based on Doob-Meyer-Mertens decomposition and reflected backward stochastic differential equations.
result Explicit convergence rates and policy improvement algorithm for American options.
In this paper we propose a new kind of high order numerical scheme for backward stochastic differential equations(BSDEs). Unlike the traditional -scheme, we reduce truncation errors by taking carefully for every subinterval according to the characteristics of integrands. We give error estimates of this nonlinear…
Deep-learning method solves BSVIEs and coupled systems.
problem High-dimensional, time-inconsistent stochastic control problems.
method Trains a neural network to approximate solution fields directly.
result Non-asymptotic error bound and scalable performance.
We establish existence, uniqueness and regularity of solution results for a class of backward stochastic partial differential equations with singular terminal condition. The equation describes the value function of non-Markovian stochastic optimal control problem in which the terminal state of the controlled process is…
Backward SDEs help price XVA for OTC derivatives.
problem XVA valuation for OTC derivatives with default risk.
method Review and apply BSDEs with random horizon.
result Explicit formula for XVA correction terms.
We link SVEs to SPDEs and derive Kolmogorov equations for singular kernels.
problem Solving stochastic Volterra equations with singular kernels.
method Establishing connections between SVEs and SPDEs, using stochastic calculus in Hilbert spaces.
result Solutions of SVEs can be expressed in terms of backward Kolmogorov equations.
Paper solves time-inconsistent control problems with BSDEs.
problem Time-inconsistent stochastic control in continuous time.
method Probabilistic representation via BSDEs.
result Equilibrium value function resolved for inconsistent cases.
Measures financial resilience using BSDEs and their properties.
problem Measuring financial resilience in dynamic risk environments.
method Developed stochastic calculus for BSDEs with jumps, revealing resilience rate as expectation of generator.
result Resilience rate can be represented as expectation of BSDE generator, revealing properties of dynamic risk measures.
A Nonlocal Approach to The Quantum Kolmogorov Backward Equation and Links to Noncommutative Geometryq-fin.MF
The Accardi-Boukas quantum Black-Scholes equation can be used as an alternative to the classical approach to finance, and has been found to have a number of useful benefits. The quantum Kolmogorov backward equations, and associated quantum Fokker-Planck equations, that arise from this general framework, are derived usi…
We propose a numerical algorithm for backward stochastic differential equations based on time discretization and trigonometric wavelets. This method combines the effectiveness of Fourier-based methods and the simplicity of a wavelet-based formula, resulting in an algorithm that is both accurate and easy to implement. F…
New deep learning method solves complex BSDEs efficiently.
problem Solving high-dimensional nonlinear BSDEs.
method Reformulate as global optimization, approximate solution with deep neural network, globally minimize quadratic local loss functions.
result Demonstrated effectiveness on various high-dimensional nonlinear BSDEs, including finance applications.
The paper solves a complex control problem with stochastic elements and switching conditions.
problem Non-homogeneous stochastic LQ control with regime switching and random coefficients.
method Explicit optimal control and value obtained through two systems of backward stochastic differential equations (BSDEs). Existence and uniqueness of solutions proved using BMO martingales and contraction mapping method.
result Explicit optimal state feedback control and optimal value derived for the problem.
We introduce a novel numerical approach for a class of stochastic dynamic programs which arise as discretizations of backward stochastic differential equations or semi-linear partial differential equations. Solving such dynamic programs numerically requires the approximation of nested conditional expectations, i.e., it…
We propose a new forward-backward stochastic differential equation solver for high-dimensional derivatives pricing problems by combining deep learning solver with least square regression technique widely used in the least square Monte Carlo method for the valuation of American options. Our numerical experiments demonst…
FBSJNN solves PIDEs and FBSDEJs with deep learning, offering theoretical and numerical efficiency.
problem Solving Partial Integro-Differential Equations and Forward-Backward Stochastic Differential Equations with Jumps.
method FBSJNN framework using a single neural network for both solution approximation and non-local integral.
result FBSJNN achieves numerical solutions with a relative error of , demonstrating efficiency.
Deep learning model solves high-dimensional PDEs using Actor-Critic approach.
problem Solving high-dimensional nonlinear PDEs efficiently.
method Reformulated PDE into BSDE system, inspired by Actor-Critic algorithm for deep RL.
result Improved model with fewer parameters, faster convergence, and less hyperparameter tuning.
The paper develops methods to price options under rough volatility models using BSPDEs.
problem Pricing options in models with non-Markovian dynamics.
method Backward stochastic partial differential equations (BSPDEs) and deep learning for numerical approximations.
result Existence and uniqueness of weak solutions for general nonlinear BSPDEs.
A Dual Method For Backward Stochastic Differential Equations with Application to Risk Valuationmath.OC
We propose a numerical recipe for risk evaluation defined by a backward stochastic differential equation. Using dual representation of the risk measure, we convert the risk valuation to a stochastic control problem where the control is a certain Radon-Nikodym derivative process. By exploring the maximum principle, we s…
We introduce two simple models of forward-backward stochastic differential equations with a singular terminal condition and we explain how and why they appear naturally as models for the valuation of CO2 emission allowances. Single phase cap-and-trade schemes lead readily to terminal conditions given by indicator funct…
Uniform diffusion approximation for SGD in non-convex settings.
problem Finite-time diffusion approximation for SGD.
method Establishing uniform-in-time diffusion approximation with strong convexity and mild conditions.
result Uniform-in-time diffusion approximation of SGD without convexity of each loss function.
We propose a new algorithm for solving parabolic partial differential equations (PDEs) and backward stochastic differential equations (BSDEs) in high dimension, by making an analogy between the BSDE and reinforcement learning with the gradient of the solution playing the role of the policy function, and the loss functi…
Tensor Train Diffusion: Leveraging Low-Rank Structures for High-Dimensional Score-Based Samplingstat.ML
Efficiently samples complex distributions using tensor train format.
problem Sampling from high-dimensional complex probability densities efficiently.
method Integrates tensor train format with backward stochastic differential equations (BSDEs) for fast, robust, and accurate sampling.
result Improved efficiency in sampling from challenging target distributions.
Reflected backward stochastic differential equations and a class of non linear dynamic pricing ruleq-fin.PR
In that paper, we provide a new characterization of the solutions of specific reflected backward stochastic differential equations (or RBSDEs) whose driver is convex and has quadratic growth in its second variable: this is done by introducing the extended notion of -Snell enveloppe. Then, in a second step, we re…
This paper develops a new methodology for studying continuous-time Nash equilibrium in a financial market with asymmetrically informed agents. This approach allows us to lift the restriction of risk neutrality imposed on market makers by the current literature. It turns out that, when the market makers are risk averse,…
New method reveals insights about stochastic optimization methods using modified equations.
problem Understanding the qualitative behavior of stochastic optimization algorithms.
method Developed a class of stochastic differential equations to approximate the dynamics of stochastic optimization methods.
result Mean-square stability of the modified equation provides qualitative insights about stochastic coordinate descent.
New method for dynamic valuation in markets with random endowments.
problem Dynamic valuation in markets with random endowments.
method Developed new FBSDE systems and established optimality conditions.
result Established necessary and sufficient conditions for optimality.
The paper defines and implements risk-indifference pricing for American-style contingent claims.
problem Pricing American-style contingent claims under uncertainty.
method Indifference pricing using convex risk measures and stochastic volatility models, with numerical solutions via deep learning.
result Characterization of indifference prices via Backward Stochastic Differential Equations (BSDEs).
The paper studies the First Order BSPDEs (Backward Stochastic Partial Differential Equations) suggested earlier for a case of multidimensional state domain with a boundary. These equations represent analogs of Hamilton-Jacobi-Bellman equations and allow to construct the value function for stochastic optimal control pro…
This paper considers utility indifference valuation of derivatives under model uncertainty and trading constraints, where the utility is formulated as an additive stochastic differential utility of both intertemporal consumption and terminal wealth, and the uncertain prospects are ranked according to a multiple-priors …
The paper studies a new type of stochastic differential equations for financial claims.
problem Analyzing financial claims with random payment times in uncertain markets.
method Investigates linear reflected-backward stochastic differential equations (RBSDEs) under random time events.
result Identifies sufficient conditions for the existence and estimation of solutions to these equations.
Unified approach solves Kyle model with dynamic information.
problem Solving a generalized Kyle model with dynamic information.
method Monge-Kantorovich duality and backward stochastic partial differential equations.
result Characterization of optimal strategies and pricing rules.
We generalize the primal-dual methodology, which is popular in the pricing of early-exercise options, to a backward dynamic programming equation associated with time discretization schemes of (reflected) backward stochastic differential equations (BSDEs). Taking as an input some approximate solution of the backward dyn…
A numerical algorithm for fully nonlinear HJB equations: an approach by control randomizationmath.PR
We propose a probabilistic numerical algorithm to solve Backward Stochastic Differential Equations (BSDEs) with nonnegative jumps, a class of BSDEs introduced in [9] for representing fully nonlinear HJB equations. In particular, this allows us to numerically solve stochastic control problems with controlled volatility,…
New sampling method uses stochastic interpolants and FBSDEs.
problem Sampling from high-dimensional distributions with unnormalized densities.
method Stochastic interpolants and FBSDEs to define and solve diffusion process.
result Effective sampling from challenging distributions.
This paper provides a unifying theoretical framework for stochastic optimization algorithms by means of a latent stochastic variational problem. Using techniques from stochastic control, the solution to the variational problem is shown to be equivalent to that of a Forward Backward Stochastic Differential Equation (FBS…
Study shows rate of convergence for particle approximation of PDEs in Wasserstein space.
problem Analyzing convergence rates for particle approximations of PDEs in Wasserstein space.
method Backward stochastic differential equations techniques.
result Proved a rate of convergence of order 1/N for pathwise error and 1/sqrt(N) for L2-error on the derivative.