Dynamic financial processes identification using sparse regressive reservoir computers
Fredy Vides, Idelfonso B. R. Nogueira, Gabriela Lopez Gutierrez, Lendy Banegas, Evelyn Flores
TL;DR
This work addresses identifying nonlinear, interconnected financial dynamics from time-series data by marrying sparse structured matrix approximation with nonlinear regressive reservoir computers (NRRCs). It introduces dilated embeddings $\eth_p$ and a sparse compression operator $R_p(n)$ to produce low-dimensional, non-redundant representations used in a regressive mapping $\mathbf{y}_L(t)=W\eth_p(\mathbf{x}_L(t))$, enabling concise identification of dynamics even with limited data. Theoretical results on $\mathrm{rk}_\delta(A)$, sparse linear LS solvers, and compressed representations underpin algorithms for output coupling matrix identification and structured regressive models. Numerical simulations on chaotic and eventually periodic financial-like systems demonstrate accurate, data-efficient forecasting and the approach's potential utility for finance and regulation, with open-source DyNet tools.
Abstract
In this document, we present key findings in structured matrix approximation theory, with applications to the regressive representation of dynamic financial processes. Initially, we explore a comprehensive approach involving generic nonlinear time delay embedding for time series data extracted from a financial or economic system under examination. Subsequently, we employ sparse least-squares and structured matrix approximation methods to discern approximate representations of the output coupling matrices. These representations play a pivotal role in establishing the regressive models corresponding to the recursive structures inherent in a given financial system. The document further introduces prototypical algorithms that leverage the aforementioned techniques. These algorithms are demonstrated through applications in approximate identification and predictive simulation of dynamic financial and economic processes, encompassing scenarios that may or may not exhibit chaotic behavior.
