About EmpiriQuant

EmpiriQuant is an independent publication and consulting group launched by Torin Bakos in September 2025.

Origin & Concept:

Science and mathematics have been a passion and fascination of mine from a young age. In my mind nothing more clearly defines modern science than the scientific method; dynamic in nature, it is always rooted in empirical techniques and bolstered by statistics. With these ideas in mind as I searched for a brand name, a combination of the words "empirical" and "quantitative" felt like a perfect fit, and so EmpiriQuant was formed.

My desire to understand the interlinked nature of our world led me to a career in capital markets; as such, finance and economics are frequently the lenses through which I conduct my analyses. With that said, nothing on this site should be construed as investment advice.

I aim to be as transparent as possible with the processes used in each article by including citations for my references and data sets, and when possible, the code, notebooks, and spreadsheets used in my analyses.

Mission Statement & Pillars:

EmpiriQuant’s mission is to investigate interesting questions through rigorous, data‑driven inquiry that prioritizes transparency, reproducibility, and scholastic excellence.

EmpiriQuant is committed to:

• Empirical Rigor: Ground each investigation in verifiable data and clearly documented methodologies, supported by proper citations.
• Quantitative Clarity: Leverage the power of mathematics and modern computing to distil raw information into prescient insight.
• Open Scholarship: Share analytic process openly for community audit and collaboration.
• Consistent Excellence: Uphold a high editorial standard through adherence to the pillars.

Statement on AI Use:

No content on this site is written using large language models.

AI tools have become ubiquitous in our modern lives. I use them every day in both a professional and personal context. I believe that professionals who shun AI tools will increasingly be at a disadvantage to those who embrace them; as I've found working effectively with LLMs has a certain nuance that is best learned with a hands-on approach. With that said, I have found few methods as effective at building understanding as writing an essay. So while I do utilize these tools in other areas, using them to draft the written content on this site would be detrimental to the understanding gained from the thought process that goes into producing the final product of my work.

Disclaimer

The content on this blog is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice, financial advice, trading advice, or any other type of professional advice. You should not make any investment decisions based solely on the information provided here.

All opinions expressed on this website are my own personal views and should not be considered representative of the views, positions, strategies, or opinions of my current or former employers. Nothing stated here should be interpreted as an official statement on behalf of any organization, excluding EmpiriQuant, with which I am or have been affiliated with in the past.

Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.