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Statistical arbitrage

Statistical arbitrage, also known as stat arb, is a type of algorithmic trading strategy that uses mathematical modelling to determine price inefficiencies between securities, and then buys and sells, according to preset thresholds or adaptive statistical models. The strategy bets on short-term mean reversion and is favoured by hedge funds, mutual funds and prop traders.

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