Shekhar Punmia, CFA

Associate Consultant

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India7 yrs 9 mos experience

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Key Highlights

7 years of experience in quantitative research.
Expertise in multi-factor modeling and systematic investment strategies.
Passionate about leveraging big data for portfolio performance.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Quantitative Finance expert with a focus on data-driven investment strategies.

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Skills

Core Skills

Quantitative FinanceMachine LearningPortfolio Construction

Other Skills

quantitative researchsystematic multi-asset strategiesstatistical signalsAIalpha generationfactor modelingmean reversionvolatility-based strategiesportfolio analyticsrisk managementarbitragehedginglarge datasetscompetitor analysismacro factors

About

With 7 years of experience in quantitative research at the buy side, I specialize in multi-factor modeling, portfolio construction, and systematic investment strategies. My expertise lies in statistical modeling, signal research, and risk analytics, helping drive data-driven investment decisions. Skilled in Python, LLM and machine learning for finance, I have built and optimized risk models, transaction cost analysis frameworks, and fundamental/macro-based investment strategies. Passionate about leveraging big data and advanced analytics to enhance portfolio performance, I collaborate closely with investment teams to develop robust quantitative solutions.

Experience

7 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 7 mos

Average Tenure

4 yrs 5 mos

Current Experience

The d. e. shaw group

3 roles

Principal Analyst

Promoted

Dec 2025 – Present · 4 mos

Lead Analyst

Promoted

Dec 2022 – Dec 2025 · 3 yrs

Experienced in quantitative research and systematic multi-asset strategies, leveraging statistical signals, machine learning, and AI. Skilled in alpha generation, factor modeling, mean reversion, and volatility-based strategies. Strong background in portfolio analytics, risk management, arbitrage, and hedging. Proficient in working with large datasets, conducting competitor analysis, and integrating macro, technical, and ESG factors. Passionate about data-driven insights, product positioning, and mentoring teams.

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Senior Strategy Analyst

Nov 2021 – Dec 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

Morningstar

Senior Quantitative Researcher, New Product Development

Feb 2019 – Nov 2021 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Led ESG research and index innovation within the New Product Development team across Mumbai and Chicago. Specialized in sustainability-focused index design, smart beta, and thematic strategies across asset classes. Owned end-to-end product development — from ideation and portfolio construction to back-testing and client collaboration. Developed tools for portfolio analytics and index simulation, leveraging proprietary research and data.

ESG researchindex innovationsustainability-focused index designsmart betathematic strategiesportfolio construction+6

Rbl bank

Relationship Manager

Jun 2018 – Jan 2019 · 7 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Relationship Manager for startups and standups

Saint-gobain india private limited - glass business

Management summer intern

Apr 2017 – Jun 2017 · 2 mos · Tamil Nadu, India

As a part of the summer intern I was responsible for the STP and its associated sales strategies for Inspire LED mirrors in the pilot Mumbai region. These objectives were met by undertaking
In-depth analysis of the industry and its trends for product development and positioning
In depth understanding of the buyer/specification behavior and feedback on the current product
Primary research for identifying the primary and secondary segments with respective key influencers
Develop customized relevant & Effective Argumentations, promotion, Sales tools & Sales strategies
Developed a prospective list of customers and initiate the second contact for generating sales

Larsen & toubro

Trainee

May 2013 – Jun 2013 · 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Underwent training and designed projects on mathematical modeling and simulation of three phase power sytems for equipment analysis. Undertook complex 3D modelling design on Pro E.