Derivatives and Quantitative Strategist

Gaudenz Schneider

Equity Bottom-Up

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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
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Highlights: Currently 15 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven sectors.
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Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

Highlights: Currently 15 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven sectors.


Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (18 May 2026)

Asia Pac ECM and Index Rebal, Shenton Research

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Asia Pac ECM and Index Rebal

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China Biotech

DZT Research

DZT Research is an independent Asia Pacific equity specialist. Our quantitative research covers index rebalancing flows, alongside exchange data analytics accross Asia Pacific. On the equity capital markets side, we focus on Asia Pacific ECM, especially biotech and TMT. Our lead analyst is frequently cited by international media.

Quantitative Analysis

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<li>We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 8th (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD45.2bn.</li>
<li>We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.</li>
<li>We highlight short interest changes in BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers, Capricorn Metals.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 8th (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD45.2bn.
We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.
We highlight short interest changes in BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers, Capricorn Metals.


ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 8th): BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers

<ul>
<li>
Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
<li>
 Highlights: Currently 16 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and nine sectors. 
</li>
<li>
Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
</ul>



Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

 Highlights: Currently 16 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and nine sectors. 


Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (9 May 2026)

<ul>
<li>
Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
<li>
 Highlights: Currently 16 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and ten sectors.</li>
<li>
Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
</ul>



Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

 Highlights: Currently 16 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and ten sectors.

Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (4 May 2026)

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Context: The <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/arb-corp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:19228:1" rel="noopener">ARB (ARB AU)</a> vs. <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/car-group-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:701:1" rel="noopener">CAR Group (CAR AU)</a> price ratio has deviated more than two standard deviations from its one-year average, presenting a potential relative value opportunity.</li>
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 Highlight: Going long <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/arb-corp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:19228:1" rel="noopener">ARB (ARB AU)</a> and short <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/car-group-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:701:1" rel="noopener">CAR Group (CAR AU)</a>  targets a 12% return.</li>
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Why Read: Essential for quantitative traders seeking mean-reversion opportunities, with detailed execution framework, risk management protocols, and historical simulation showing the statistical basis for this relative value play.</li>
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Context: The ARB (ARB AU) vs. CAR Group (CAR AU) price ratio has deviated more than two standard deviations from its one-year average, presenting a potential relative value opportunity.

 Highlight: Going long ARB (ARB AU) and short CAR Group (CAR AU)  targets a 12% return.

Why Read: Essential for quantitative traders seeking mean-reversion opportunities, with detailed execution framework, risk management protocols, and historical simulation showing the statistical basis for this relative value play.


ARB (ARB AU) Vs CAR Group (CAR AU): Auto Ecosystem Gap Signals Trade

Australia

CAR Group Limited operates as a digital marketplace for vehicles. The Company provides a diversified portfolio of brands to sell and buy cars. CAR Group serves customers worldwide.

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CAR Group (CAR AU)

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (18 May 2026)

Discover 15 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 8th): BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (9 May 2026)

Discover 16 pair trade opportunities across four markets and nine sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (4 May 2026)

Discover 16 pair trade opportunities across four markets and ten sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ARB (ARB AU) Vs CAR Group (CAR AU): Auto Ecosystem Gap Signals Trade

One of two relative value ideas with CAR Group as the short leg. Since publication last week, the dislocation has widened, lifting the target...

Gaudenz Schneider

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Market Cap (USDm)

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Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (18 May 2026)

​Discover 15 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 8th): BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (9 May 2026)

​Discover 16 pair trade opportunities across four markets and nine sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (4 May 2026)

​Discover 16 pair trade opportunities across four markets and ten sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ARB (ARB AU) Vs CAR Group (CAR AU): Auto Ecosystem Gap Signals Trade

One of two relative value ideas with CAR Group as the short leg. Since publication last week, the dislocation has widened, lifting the target...

Gaudenz Schneider

Discover 15 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Discover 16 pair trade opportunities across four markets and nine sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Discover 16 pair trade opportunities across four markets and ten sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.