In a very summarized way and depending on the strategy used, it is an asset management company that can use data, algorithms, and quantitative models in automated systems to identify investment opportunities in a wide variety of global markets. To achieve this, it develops methodologies, processes, metrics, and makes intensive use of technology in the search for patterns to generate signals used in investment decision-making.
Therefore, its investment process is objective and quantitative. Except in extraordinary situations, humans do not play a role in the investment decision-making process, with their function and influence being properly limited. In this way, it aims to eliminate poor decisions that generally result from emotions and behavioral biases.
To simplify, we will use the terms “quant” and systematic in the same context, although there may be significant differences between them, especially when analyzed according to the objective, strategy, frequency of operations, among others.