Mumbai Society Meeting: Application of AI in Equity Research & Fund Management

Join Nishant Pradhan at our first Mumbai Society Meeting of 2025. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to meet and network with other quant finance professionals in Mumbai.

Event Abstract:

This presentation explores the distinctions between AI and traditional quantitative modeling, which has been a staple in the industry for many years. We'll delve into various use cases in equity research and fund management, highlighting how AI is addressing today's diverse needs. Additionally, we will examine the implementation of Generative AI in asset management firms and share insights from pilot use cases. Finally, we'll discuss the evolving roles and new skills required in the AI-driven landscape, particularly within asset management firms.

About the Speaker:

Nishant is working as the Chief AI Officer for Mirae Asset Investment Managers and has led AI teams in Axis Bank & Fidelity Investments prior to that. He has more than two decades of experience across Tech, Data & AI space focussed on Financial services domain and working for Tier 1 firms globally. He is passionate about applying AI in Financial services and is acknowledged as a global leader in this industry. He has done his Electrical Engineering from a Govt college in Mumbai and MBA from IIM Bangalore.