1001.0: The Mathematics of Quantitative Finance - Part 1
Hi! Welcome to this 3-part series on the mathematics behind quantitative finance! Took a while to return, but I'm done with IB exams now (well... since mid-May, really. But I've been on holiday or busy on and off since). Anyways, this part of the series will cover: Introduction to Quantitative Finance Fundamental Mathematics in Quantitative Finance Financial Instruments and Markets Rest in Peace to Jim Simons , whom this series is dedicated to. Jim Simons, founder of Renaissance Technologies and Father of Modern Quantitative Finance Introduction to Quantitative Finance Overview of Quantitative Finance Quantitative finance is a field that uses mathematical models, statistical techniques, and computational tools to understand and solve financial problems. It plays a crucial role in the financial industry by providing methods for pricing complex securities, managing risk, and optimizing portfolios. Quantitative finance integrates a wide range of disciplines, including fin