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Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals and Data Analytics

From Python Basics to Financial Modeling—Code Your Way into Investment Analysis

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Created by 365 Careers Ltd.

Explore the world of finance through hands-on Python programming. You'll start with the basics and quickly move into real financial analysis, learning how to model portfolios, assess risk, and analyze investment data. No prior coding or finance experience is needed to get started and build valuable, job-ready skills.

Packt | Oct 2018 | 437 min

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LevelIntermediate
CategoriesData Science, Statistical Analysis and Predictive Modeling, Python

What You Will Learn

You'll build your skills step by step, starting with Python fundamentals and moving into practical finance applications. Through interactive coding exercises and real data projects, you'll see how each concept applies to real investment scenarios. By the end, you'll be comfortable using Python for a range of finance tasks.

Key Features

  • Learn to write Python code for financial data analysis and modeling
  • Apply core finance concepts like returns, risk, and portfolio optimization
  • Visualize and interpret financial data using real-world datasets

Target Audience

Perfect for beginners in programming or finance, as well as professionals looking to add Python to their toolkit. If you're aiming for a career in data-driven finance or want to analyze investments more effectively, you'll find clear guidance and practical skills to help you reach your goals.

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