Understanding the Impact of Monetary Policy on Futures Markets

Table of contents #

Name of the Project Leader #

Fatih Kansoy

Title of the Project #

Understanding the Impact of Monetary Policy on Future Markets

Outline of the Project #

The project investigates the influence of US monetary policy on futures markets, studying the effects of policy changes on market behavior and trends. Through hands-on data management and econometric analysis, students will explore the interaction between policy decisions and futures market dynamics, concluding with a comprehensive report or presentation.

Brief Description of Work #

• Data Collection and Cleaning: Obtain historical futures market data during key US monetary policy events.
• Data Preparation for Analysis: Prepare data for econometric analysis with statistical tools.
• Understanding Future Markets: Analyze the response of futures markets to US monetary policy changes.

Intended Learning Outcomes and Work Benefits #

• Data Analysis and Interpretation Skills: Learn to analyze and interpret financial data.
• Communication Skills: Improve presenting complex data findings.
• Collaborative Working: Experience teamwork in data-related tasks.
• Application of Knowledge to Real World: Apply monetary policy theories to actual market scenarios.

Number of Vacant Positions #

1 or 2

Total Hours #

150

Hours per Position #

75 or 150

Start Date #

January 2024

End Date #

September 2024

Who can apply? #

• Undergraduate students in Economics or related fields.
• Postgraduate students in Economics or Behavioural and Economic Science.

Required Skills #

• Familiarity with Stata.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.

Desired Skills #

• Knowledge of Python.