Strategic Insights

Alt data quants aren’t left out by WallStreetBets
In an article, Alt data quants aren’t left out by WallStreetBets, Expert Hub contributor Saeed Amen discusses sources of information that are useful in relation to the retail trading phenomenon of recent months. Saeed's article is attached and the original article is posted here.
Alternative Data Trends and Themes 2021
In this report, we summarize the major developments in the alternative data industry in 2020 based on Eagle Alpha’s proprietary data and insights. Many of these trends and themes will have relevance into 2021 and beyond.
Discussion with Pluribus Labs
On Thursday, February 11th, 2021, we held a strategy workshop with Pluribus Labs.
McKinsey: Harnessing the power of external data
This article discusses the benefits of tapping external-data sources, illustrated through a variety of examples, and lays out best practices for getting started. These include establishing an external-data strategy team and developing relationships with data brokers and marketplace partners.
The Data and Technology Focus of the World's Largest Asset Manager (Case Study)
This article details how the firm evolved an alternative data and technology strategy that began in 2016. The company sees data and technology as key to generating alpha and sustaining a competitive advantage over peers. All the information gathered for the article comes from public sources.