Derivatives and Quantitative Strategist

Gaudenz Schneider

Equity Bottom-Up

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance / Equity Bottom-Up

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance (IPRU IN)

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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 18 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 18 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 (25 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 15th (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD44.8bn.</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 Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman, Lottery.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 15th (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD44.8bn.
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 Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman, Lottery.


ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 15th): Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman, Lottery

Index Rebalance and Special Situations Coverage, Quiddity Advisors

Anjana Amarasuriya

Index Rebalance and Special Situations Coverage

Quiddity Advisors

Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events

Index Rebalance

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<li>The SP Select Sector indices are a family of 11 sector-specific indices derived from the SP 500 index based on GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) classifications.</li>
<li>The Technology Select Sector Index is back on top with US$5.1 bn one-way flow while the  Communication Services Select Sector Index still has significant flows.</li>
<li>The pending intra-review deal could trigger additional intra-review flows of ~US$1bn across the Select Sector indices if the deal closes before the June 2026 regular rebalance.</li>
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The SP Select Sector indices are a family of 11 sector-specific indices derived from the SP 500 index based on GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) classifications.
The Technology Select Sector Index is back on top with US$5.1 bn one-way flow while the  Communication Services Select Sector Index still has significant flows.
The pending intra-review deal could trigger additional intra-review flows of ~US$1bn across the Select Sector indices if the deal closes before the June 2026 regular rebalance.


Quiddity Leaderboard SP Select Sector Jun26 Rebal: One-Way Flow Climbs ~US$4bn In A Month

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<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 15 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven 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 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)

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Context: The <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/news-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:26926:1" rel="noopener">News Corp (NWS AU)</a>  vs. <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/rea-group-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:699:1" rel="noopener">REA Group (REA 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/rea-group-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:699:1" rel="noopener">REA Group (REA AU)</a> and short <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/news-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:26926:1" rel="noopener">News Corp (NWS AU)</a>  targets a 7% 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 News Corp (NWS AU)  vs. REA Group (REA AU) price ratio has deviated more than two standard deviations from its one-year average, presenting a potential relative value opportunity.

 Highlight: Going long REA Group (REA AU) and short News Corp (NWS AU)  targets a 7% 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.


REA Group (REA AU) Vs News Corp (NWS AU): Ownership-Linked Pair Signals Fresh Trade

United States

News Corporation operates in the publishing industry. The Company provides publications consisting of newspapers, magazines, books and promotional inserts.

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News Corp Class B (NWS US)

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (25 May 2026)

Discover 18 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 15th): Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman, Lottery

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Quiddity Leaderboard SP Select Sector Jun26 Rebal: One-Way Flow Climbs ~US$4bn In A Month

Over US$37bn of one-way flow expected across SP 500, Select Sectors, and Equal Weight at the June 2026 rebalance. The pending M&A deal could add...

Anjana Amarasuriya

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

REA Group (REA AU) Vs News Corp (NWS AU): Ownership-Linked Pair Signals Fresh Trade

Ownership-linked statistical arbitrage trade signals for the fourth time within 12 months. Essential for quantitative traders seeking mean...

Gaudenz Schneider

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Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (25 May 2026)

​Discover 18 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 15th): Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman, Lottery

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in Insurance Australia, Rio Tinto, 4Dmedical, Goodman,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Quiddity Leaderboard SP Select Sector Jun26 Rebal: One-Way Flow Climbs ~US$4bn In A Month

Over US$37bn of one-way flow expected across SP 500, Select Sectors, and Equal Weight at the June 2026 rebalance. The pending M&A deal could add...

Anjana Amarasuriya

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

REA Group (REA AU) Vs News Corp (NWS AU): Ownership-Linked Pair Signals Fresh Trade

Ownership-linked statistical arbitrage trade signals for the fourth time within 12 months. Essential for quantitative traders seeking mean...

Gaudenz Schneider

Discover 18 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

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