During my internship at Guotai Junan Securities, I conducted in-depth research on global investment strategies, energy markets, and ESG policy impacts, integrating quantitative risk modeling with macroeconomic and regulatory analysis to support institutional investment decisions.

Quantitative Risk Modeling & Climate Risk Assessment

I applied factor analysis, scenario modeling, and Climate Risk Conditional Value at Risk (CVaR) assessment to evaluate geopolitical, ESG, and climate risks, optimizing investment strategies for buy-side clients. My work involved quantifying systemic risks, stress-testing portfolio resilience, and incorporating carbon pricing and sustainability factors into risk-adjusted return models.

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) Investment Strategy Analysis

I conducted a deep-dive analysis of CPPIB’s 2021 investment strategy, evaluating asset allocation shifts, private equity exposure, ESG investment trends, and overall portfolio performance. This research provided insights into CPPIB’s risk-adjusted diversification approach, its growing commitments to sustainable finance, and the broader implications for long-term institutional capital allocation.

Energy & ESG Policy Analysis: Germany’s Energy Transition

I developed quantitative models to assess investment risks and policy impacts in European electricity markets, analyzing carbon pricing, Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), and energy market regulations. The report explored the impact of geopolitical disruptions on Germany’s energy strategy, evaluating potential shifts in fossil fuel reliance, nuclear policy, and clean energy investments.

This experience strengthened my ability to bridge financial modeling with policy analysis, providing data-driven, actionable insights on global capital allocation, sustainable finance, and institutional investment strategies.