Artificial intelligence is transforming the investment world — but what does this mean in practical terms? Professor Florian Weigert from the University of Neuchâtel presents real-world applications of AI in investment management and explains how machine learning models are shaping portfolio construction, risk management, and alpha generation.
In this insightful lecture, Prof. Dr. Florian Weigert, Professor of Financial Risk Management at the University of Neuchâtel, explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping modern investment management. Going beyond theory, he presents concrete case studies showing how AI and machine learning are used to identify patterns in financial data, enhance decision-making, and manage risks more efficiently.
Weigert, whose research has been published in top-tier finance journals such as the Journal of Finance, Review of Financial Studies, and Journal of Financial Economics, also discusses the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into asset management. Listeners will gain valuable insights into how data-driven innovation is redefining the role of human judgment, the evolution of financial models, and the balance between automation and expertise in the investment process.
A must-listen episode for finance professionals, data scientists, and investors eager to understand how AI is creating a competitive edge in modern portfolio management.
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