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Long-form, data-driven studies on 1.6M+ filings across 37 markets. Comparative regulation, walk-forward backtests, profiles, market mechanics.

1,036
published studies
1.6M+
filings analysed
37
markets covered
Quant & Backtests

Understanding Sharpe and Deflated Sharpe Ratios in Backtests

Learn how to critically assess backtest claims using the Sharpe ratio and the Deflated Sharpe Ratio, which accounts for biases and multiple testing.

17 min
Quant & Backtests

Understanding Insider Trading Before Earnings Announcements

This article explores the implications of insider purchases made close to earnings announcements and their potential impact on stock performance.

15 min
Quant & Backtests

Why Insider Holding Periods Matter for Investors

Understanding insider holding periods can provide deeper insights into stock performance. Analyzing buy-to-sell distributions reveals the conviction behind insider trades.

14 min
Quant & Backtests

Do CFO Stock Purchases Outperform CEO Purchases?

This article examines the impact of CFO versus CEO stock purchases on market performance, analyzing their information density and market influence.

18 min
Quant & Backtests

Insider Cluster Trades: Cohen, Malloy, Pomorski Retested

Insider trading signals are stronger when multiple insiders trade together. This article explores the significance of cluster trades across various markets.

18 min
Quant & Backtests

Do Women Insiders Outperform Men? A Data-Driven Analysis

This article examines whether women insiders outperform their male counterparts on a T+90 basis, considering various factors that influence trading performance.

13 min
Regulation & Transparency

Understanding the Importance of Footnotes in Insider Trading Reports

Insider trading disclosures are often misleading without footnotes. Learn how to interpret Form 4 filings and the significance of footnotes in understanding trades.

14 min
Regulation & Transparency

Understanding the Impact of France's BDIF on Insider Disclosures

France's BDIF, launched in 2009, transformed insider transaction disclosures by centralizing access, yet challenges in data usability remain.

12 min
Regulation & Transparency

Understanding Insider Transaction Disclosure Across Regulators

Explore the complexities of insider transaction disclosure rules in the US and EU, highlighting differences in enforcement and publication timelines.

13 min
Regulation & Transparency

Understanding Italy's Insider Declarations Data Challenges

Italy's insider dealing disclosures have shifted from CONSOB to eMarket STORAGE, complicating data retrieval and historical continuity for researchers.

10 min
Regulation & Transparency

Comparing Insider Dealing Disclosure Across 17 Markets

This article examines the insider transaction disclosure regimes in 17 markets, highlighting differences in deadlines, public access, and sanctions.

12 min
Regulation & Transparency

Understanding the Impact of Filing Clocks on Insider Trading

Explore how the SEC and EU MAR filing clocks differ and their implications for insider trading. Learn about the nuances that affect market behavior.

14 min