James Zhang

James Zhang is a Portfolio Manager at Eisler Capital in New York, where he is responsible for managing multi-strategy investment portfolios with a focus on quantitative and fundamental equity research. His role centers on applying advanced financial engineering techniques to identify opportunities primarily within equities, leveraging his expertise to optimize portfolio performance.

Prior to joining Eisler Capital, Zhang served as a Research Analyst at Point72, concentrating on data-driven investment strategies and sector analysis between 2021 and 2024. Earlier, he was a Quantitative Researcher at Millennium, specializing in statistical arbitrage and systematic strategies, where he developed and executed models for trading equity and related derivatives.

Zhang holds a Master of Science in Financial Engineering from Columbia University and a BA in Finance and Banking from the School of Economics at Peking University. His notable achievements include designing high-impact equity selection models and contributing to innovative approaches in quantitative investing, particularly within technology and consumer sectors.