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Are option implied distribution statistics published by the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis more than just a tool for policy makers? Back in January we set out to answer that question. Over the course of 2 months, we extracted a weak alpha in equity markets, reconstructed daily option implied probability distributions of the S&P500 to perform stable regime detection, and tried to hedge fixed income markets. If you ask us again whether this data is useful, the best we can say is "it depends". A big thank you goes to our academic supervisor Kevin Coldiron whose weekly support and relentless feedback helped shape our submission into something to be proud of. I'd also like to thank my teammates Travis Cable, Matteo Di Venti, Amir Mani, CFA, CAIA, George Sotiropoulos, and Wei (David) Qi. I couldn't have thought of a better team to reel in another victory for the UC Berkeley Haas Master of Financial Engineering Program! If you're interested in knowing more, you can find the full problem statement and our paper submission on the website of the International Association for Quantitative Finance IAQF.

CTE students at Northeast High are taking on real-life challenges by using their creativity to create new solutions. Learn how they are honing their problem-solving abilities and uncovering the limitless opportunities available in various industries. Watch it here ▶️

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I love everything about this campaign - recognizing those dedicated experts who make sure their coolers are always in perfect operating condition – aka Cooler Coat G.O.A.T. We serve frontline people every day at Ready Training Online (RTO), now it’s time to give a shoutout to their performance – day in and day out! That cold beverage you grab on a hot summer day didn’t get there by itself! If you are in the convenience business, you know what I’m talking about. That team member who takes pride in every aspect of the cooler; instock, clean, faced, back area organized, and the entire team knows how to keep it that way. Keeping the cooler stocked, and standing tall takes discipline, focus, teamwork, and grit. The G.O.A.T. also has a deep sense of pride. No labels will be unfaced and out of stocks will not be tolerated! If you have someone to recognize, (I know you do!) send me their photo in front of the cooler masterpiece, tell me a little about them, and we’ll add them to our summer of recognition. Operations – I’m talking to you! Let’s give them the shoutout this summer they deserve! [email protected] #RTO #grit #goat #ThankYou #frontline 

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John Hines, Founder of DebaterHub and I share a brief overview of work in progress to leverage AI to scale access to coaching in speech and debate, to augment the great work existing coaches are doing, and to prepare students to work together and shape their futures in a world of artificial intelligence and the perpetual uncertainty associated with it. Check it out!

Exciting Day 1 at JEC Exhibition! Our team hit the ground running at the JEC Exhibition, and what a phenomenal start it's been! From engaging discussions to showcasing our innovative solutions, the energy at our stall has been electrifying. Take a glimpse into our day through these captivating images capturing the essence of our participation: Curiosity ignited! One glance at our exhibit was all it took to draw in the crowd. Our innovative display had visitors intrigued right from the start. Engaging conversations: Our team members were on their toes all day, interacting with attendees, discussing our products, and sharing insights. The enthusiasm from both our team and the visitors was palpable. Connecting with customers: From networking with industry leaders to connecting with potential clients, our stall was a hub of activity. Every conversation was an opportunity to forge new relationships and strengthen existing ones. A big shoutout to our dedicated team whose hard work and passion made Day 1 a resounding success! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to make waves at the JEC Exhibition. #JECExhibition #Innovation #Networking #Teamwork #SuccessStory

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"Rising Tides Lift all Boats" When all employees are able to be their authentic selves, they are happier, healthier and more productive. By Creating a more inclusive and equitable business environment, we can create a wave of success that benefits everyone. *DE&I Launch event at Fatima Fertilizer Company Limited Sadiqbad Plant* Looking forward the Benefits of this initiative at our Workplace: 1-The company benefits form increased innovation, productivity and profitability. 2-Employees Benefit from a more inclusive and equitable work environment. 3-Customers benefit from better products and services that meet their diverse needs. 4-Society benefits from a more representative and responsible business community. #InclusionMatters #DiversityWins #DEI #DEIB #FatimaGroup ❤️

If you are planning to attend TACUBO in July, make sure to attend our session with Kerry Romine from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center on July 15th at 9:15am. We will be talking about the importance of long range planning, so please bring all your questions so we can get them answered. #planning #budgeting #planningsoftware #budgetingsoftware #financial #finance #budgets