Learn2Quant: Alpha Examples by Data Category: Part 2 | Lesson 5

Welcome to Learn2Quant, hosted by Nitish Maini, Chief Strategy Officer at WorldQuant. With an impressive career as a quant researcher and portfolio manager before joining WorldQuant’s leadership team, Nitish brings his expertise to guide you through this beginner’s series on quantitative finance. In Learn2Quant, you’ll discover how to develop your own research ideas — from data collection and building predictive models to combining strategies and managing risk. Each video is packed with practical examples you can test out yourself on WorldQuant BRAIN, our simulation platform. Start your journey into quantitative finance today by logging into BRAIN and exploring the Learn2Quant series. https://www.worldquant.com/brain/ 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Sentiment Data 01:36 Hypothesis 1 02:03 Implementing the Alpha 1 03:37 Options 05:17 Hypothesis 2 05:53 Implementing the Alpha 2 07:06 Conclusion Disclaimer: This material is for educational purposes only. This material is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The information contained in this material is not intended to provide and should not be relied upon for accounting, legal or tax advice or as an investment recommendation. Further, WorldQuant does not intend for any such information to be, and should not be construed as, providing impartial investment advice.