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Fundamental Factor Research: Monthly Revenue Information – part1
The Taiwan equity market possesses a rare institutional advantage globally: under the Securities and Exchange Act, listed companies are required to announce and report their operational results for the preceding month by the 10th of each month (Exception: starting from FY2026, insurance companies and entities with insurance subsidiaries may extend their disclosure deadline to the 15th of each month). This is commonly referred to in the market as "Monthly Revenue".
Factor Strategy – Integrating Broker Consensus to Enhance Foreign Concentration Strategies – QFII Part 2
Boost your quantitative strategy with QFII concentration & broker consensus! Discover how the conc_qfii fusion strategy delivers a 30.12% annualized return in the Taiwan large-cap market.
Factor Research – Tracking Smart Money Footprints via Foreign Institutional Concentration – QFII Part 1
Track QFII ‘smart money’ footprints in Taiwan large-cap stocks! Learn how the Foreign-Institutional Trading Concentration (conc_qfii) factor predicts returns.
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Quant Data Science
【TQuant : From 0 to 1 – Day 1】 Your Gateway to Quantitative Trading: Become a Quant Expert with TQuant Lab, No Experience Needed!
what is the right way to invest? If you’ve had the same doubts, you’re not alone. While seeking answers, I stumbled upon a term that was entirely new to me: quantitative finance. Learning this field helps resolve personal financial challenges and enhances career competitiveness. More importantly, it sharpens your logical thinking and data analysis skills—benefits that are hard to overlook. TQuant Lab provides everything you need to get started efficiently and effectively. Let’s embark on this journey together and explore the endless possibilities of quantitative trading!
Market Knowledge & Data Guides
“Unlocking Market Insights: Comparing Three Strategies Based on Directors’ Shareholding Data”
In the stock market, the shareholding ratio of directors has always been a key indicator for investors. Changes in insider holdings often signal their confidence in the company’s future development and have potential impacts on stock prices. However, identifying meaningful changes in shareholding ratios from vast data can be challenging for investors.
Industry Insights
2024 Taiwan’s Top 100 Group Corporations Performance
According to the latest data compiled from 2023 annual reports of Taiwan’s listed companies by TEJ Group Observer, the total asset size of Taiwan’s top 100 business groups continues to grow, albeit at a significantly slower pace compared to previous years, with an annual increase of only 3%. Under the influence of the global economic downturn, the revenue and profit figures of these top 100 groups have shown a significant decline compared to 2022, with revenue falling by 7.9% and operating profit plunging by 25%.
Quant Data Science
Algorithmic Trading Guide：Leveraging TQuant Lab Strategies with the SinoPac API for Automated Trading
This article will guide you through leveraging the TQuant Lab SuperTrend strategy in combination with the SinoPac API to quickly master the essentials of algorithmic trading. Let’s become pioneers of algorithmic trading in the Taiwan stock market together!
Factor Investing
Analyzing Factor Performance with Alphalens: Foreign Capital Factor Edition
This series of articles will use Alphalens to explore several key factors, gradually analyzing their impact on market performance. The first article focuses on “foreign capital,” examining the effects of foreign capital flows into the market. Next, we’ll delve into “value factors,” studying how they reflect a company’s intrinsic value. Finally, the last article will analyze “price-volume factors,” uncovering the interplay between price and trading volume.
Quant Data Science
MasterLink Securities API Beginner’s Guide： How to Use TQuant Lab Strategies for Automated Trading
In modern financial markets, algorithmic trading is increasingly becoming essential for investors to enhance efficiency and reduce risk. More and more brokerage firms offer API services, enabling investors to automate order placement and quickly respond to market changes. This article will demonstrate using MasterLink Securities API for automated trading while integrating strategies from TQuant Lab. Through a practical example, we’ll show how a systematic approach can optimize investment decisions, helping investors seize market opportunities and improve performance.
Market Knowledge & Data Guides
How to Choose an Alternative Data Provider for Smarter Financial Decisions
How should you choose the best alternative data provider for your financial needs? Learn about key factors, such as data quality, integration, and more.
Market Knowledge & Data Guides
Understanding the Common Types of Alternative Data to offer predictive insights for financial strategies
Alternative data are powerful tools for financial decisions. Learn about the different types of alternative data and how they offer valuable insight.
Market Knowledge & Data Guides
What is Market Sentiment & How is it Used in Trade Strategy
What is market sentiment? How can it enhance trade strategies? Learn more about the importance of market sentiment and its key indicators in this article.
Quant Data Science
Newbie Troubleshooting：Answering All Your Questions About TQuant Lab.
When using TQuant Lab for backtesting and strategy analysis, beginners may encounter various technical challenges and questions. This article provides solutions and tips to help users develop and backtest strategies more smoothly, improving efficiency and accuracy. Hopefully, this information will help resolve common problems faced by newcomers.
Market Knowledge & Data Guides
Understanding Long-Short Equity Hedge Funds Strategies
Learn about the basics of long-short equity investing, from its core concepts and the common strategies, as well as the benefits and risks involved.
Market Knowledge & Data Guides
Quantitative Investing Strategies: 10 Types, Pros & Cons
This article will explore the common types of quantitative investment strategies as well as the advantages and potential challenges of this trading model.