Quant funds are ‘necessary’ to China’s ascent as financial powerhouse: investor

China's quantitative trading funds, also known as quant funds, are seen as crucial for the country's growth into a major financial power, according to a leading investor. This perspective contrasts with recent government efforts to tighten scrutiny of these funds, which are believed to contribute to market volatility. The investor believes that quant funds provide a significant advantage over individual investors in China's capital markets, likening the situation to a war where some participants have advanced technology and others do not.

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China's regulator is signalling a need for quantitative trading funds, despite recent scrutiny. This could lead to increased investment and market confidence in China's financial sector.

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