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Derivatives Mandate: Why Futures and Options Are Non-Negotiable for Quant Trading Firms
The romanticized image of a trader in quant trading firms, running on gut instinct and adrenaline, is a ghost of a bygone era
Bryan Downing
Jul 1812 min read


Why Options Futures and other Derivatives Shine in Uncertain Markets
Predicting market direction becomes akin to forecasting the weather in a hurricane. It's in these complex and often chaotic environments that derivatives – financial instruments like options futures and other derivatives– truly demonstrate their unique value, offering sophisticated tools for risk management,
Bryan Downing
Apr 139 min read


Role of Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives in High-Frequency Trading: Are $800k Jobs Common?
High-frequency trading (HFT) has revolutionized financial markets, employing sophisticated algorithms and ultra-fast technology to execute t
Bryan Downing
Dec 27, 20243 min read
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