PDT Partners

PDT Partners

PDT Partners is a prominent player in the quantitative hedge fund space. The firm was initially founded by Pete Muller in 1993 as a proprietary trading group within Morgan Stanley. In 2013, the group spun out of Morgan Stanley to become an independent investment management firm. Today, PDT Partners is a global leader in quantitative finance, known for their rigorous scientific, systematic, and model-driven approach to investing. The firm has built a reputation for innovation and quantitative expertise within the financial industry.

ABOUT PDT PARTNERS

  • PDT, which stands for Process Driven Trading, utilizes a science-based methodology and quantitative approach to find inefficiencies in the markets.

  • PDT was a pioneer in the field of algorithmic trading in the 1990s and has risen to become one of the most renowned quant investment companies in the world.

  • The firm employs extensive research, cutting edge technology, and a disciplined focus on risk management and trade execution.

  • The firm uses advanced mathematical models and algorithms to identify and execute trading strategies across various asset classes including equities, futures, and options.

  • As of March 2023, PDT Partners has over $10 billion of assets under management.


PDT SERVICES

  • Quantitative Investment Strategies. 

The firm specializes in developing and executing quantitative trading strategies based on advanced mathematical models, statistical analysis, and algorithmic trading systems.

  • Diversified Asset Classes. 

The firm invests across a range of asset classes, including equities, futures, options, and potentially other derivatives. 

  • Technology and Research. 

The firm invests in cutting-edge technology infrastructure, data analytics capabilities, and quantitative research to enhance their trading models and decision-making processes.

  • Customized Solutions. 

While PDT Partners primarily manages their own proprietary capital, the firm also offers customized investment solutions or advisory services to institutional clients.

  • Risk Management. 

PDT Partners employs sophisticated risk models and controls to monitor and mitigate various types of risk, including market risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk.