Nitin Krishna

Nitin Krishna is a Quant Research Analyst at AQR Capital Management LLC, based in New York, NY. In his current role, he is involved in developing and analyzing quantitative investment strategies, focusing on risk mitigation and portfolio protection techniques, particularly tail risk hedging using options and trend-following approaches in global multi-asset portfolios. His research contributions at AQR support the firm’s systematic strategies across major asset classes.

Nitin specializes in research related to derivatives, equity, fixed income, and alternative risk premia, frequently examining the efficacy of risk-mitigation strategies such as index option put buying and trend-following for institutional portfolios. His published work with AQR and co-authorship in white papers highlights his focus on empirical evaluation of asset class behavior and systematic risk management.

His previous experience includes a Quant Research Internship at AQR Capital and research assistance at Williams College. Nitin holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Chicago, and has attended Western Kentucky University for studies in similar fields, bringing a strong analytical and programming background to his quantitative finance expertise.