Life as a Female Quant: Decoding Markets Through Code, Data, and Probability
Welcome back to Harin's Stock Express . While we frequently publish quantitative data analysis and algorithmic fair value reports, today I want to share a more personal perspective—what it truly means to navigate the world of quantitative finance, machine learning, and market probabilities as a female quant. 1. Morning Sunlight and Nasdaq Futures Today, as usual, I woke up slightly before my alarm sounded. Watching the morning sunlight filter through the window blinds, my first instinct wasn't to scroll through social media or look at lifestyle feeds. Instead, I immediately reached for my phone to check overnight US market futures, AI tech earnings updates, and global interest rate announcements. Without realizing it, this routine has become second nature. Occasionally, a quiet thought crosses my mind: "What do other women my age think about when they start their day?" Before picking up lipstick, I check Nasdaq futures. Before checking the weather forecast, I...