11th Annual Volatility Institute Conference

The 11th Annual Volatility Institute Conference, hosted by NYU Stern School of Business, brings together leading academics, policymakers, and industry experts to explore the evolving landscape of financial markets under geopolitical uncertainty. Held on April 26, 2019, in New York City, the conference focuses on the theme “Financial Volatility in an Age of Geopolitical Risks.”

The event features a series of research-driven sessions examining critical topics such as information-driven trading, market efficiency, risk-neutral moments, geopolitical risk hedging, and return predictability across global markets. Distinguished speakers from top institutions including Yale, Duke, Columbia, and NYU present cutting-edge findings, while panel discussions provide practical insights into managing financial risk in an increasingly complex global environment.

With contributions from renowned scholars and industry leaders, the conference serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue at the intersection of finance, technology, and policy. It highlights the importance of advanced risk modeling, data-driven decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration in understanding and navigating modern financial volatility.


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