What is machine learning (ML)? In the simplest terms, machine learning (ML) is a subset of the broader field of artificial intelligence (AI). AI can be defined as the attempt to create machines or software systems that display human-like intelligence. Originally, most attempts to create AI systems involved the so-called
Finance reimagined: Mastering machine learning The advent of machine learning (ML) has ushered in a new era in the financial industry, prompting a significant shift from traditional methodologies to sophisticated data-driven systems. This article presents a comprehensive understanding of the crucial role machine learning plays in finance, emphasizing the necessity for
How computers add value to business: Modeling & decision-making The earliest computers performed relatively simple tasks, such as tabulating and organizing numbers and basic calculations using simple mathematics. To perform more advanced functions, computers require more advanced math. Understanding the mathematical concepts and methods that underline computing applications such as
Big data defined: IoT, three Vs, uses, role in AI Big Data has become a major buzzword in the past few years as we have collected more and more information about a wide range of objects, processes, people, and things. This is due to both the increase in available computing
ETFs – popular as ever, with increased specialization Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are one of the major financial innovations of recent decades, their growing popularity reflected in an ever-rising share of assets under management. Global ETF assets hit the USD 10 trillion mark this year, of which the US accounts for the vast majority
Emerging risks in finance: “Tilted to the downside”? As the year-end approaches, the focus of market strategists and economists is on the risks to the global economy and markets in 2024. Key potential sources of risk for the global economy include fallout from China’s real estate crisis, commodity price volatility, persistent inflation, and ballooning
The Individual Accountability Framework (IAF): Enhancing accountability in Financial Services In today's evolving financial landscape, the need for robust accountability measures has become increasingly apparent. To address this, the Central Bank of Ireland has introduced the Individual Accountability Framework (IAF), a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at enhancing governance, performance, and accountability in the
Private funds feeling the pressure For at least a decade, private assets – equities, credit, real estate, and other alternative assets that are not publicly traded – had been experiencing a boom, driven by the growing popularity of alternative assets after the global financial crisis of 2007-2009 and a broad bull market in asset
Specter of stagflation haunts markets The response of central authorities to the pandemic was decisive – reflationary policies that injected massive amounts of money into both the financial system and the real economy, turbocharging credit growth and asset valuations. However, the unintended consequence of all this stimulus was an unwelcome surge in inflation, exacerbated
What is the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation? In March 2021, the European Union's Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) came into force. The SFDR is designed to help institutional asset owners and retail clients understand, compare, and monitor the sustainability characteristics of investment funds by standardizing sustainability disclosures. Under the SFDR, firms must make
