Quantum Encoding and Analysis on Continuous Time Stochastic Process with Financial Applications

Quantum 7, 1127 (2023).

https://doi.org/10.22331/q-2023-10-03-1127

Modeling stochastic phenomena in continuous time is an essential yet challenging problem. Analytic solutions are often unavailable, and numerical methods can be prohibitively time-consuming and computationally expensive. To address this issue, we propose an algorithmic framework tailored for quantum continuous time stochastic processes. This framework consists of two key procedures: data preparation and information extraction. The data preparation procedure is specifically designed to encode and compress information, resulting in a significant reduction in both space and time complexities. This reduction is exponential with respect to a crucial feature parameter of the stochastic process. Additionally, it can serve as a submodule for other quantum algorithms, mitigating the common data input bottleneck. The information extraction procedure is designed to decode and process compressed information with quadratic acceleration, extending the quantum-enhanced Monte Carlo method. The framework demonstrates versatility and flexibility, finding applications in statistics, physics, time series analysis and finance. Illustrative examples include option pricing in the Merton Jump Diffusion Model and ruin probability computing in the Collective Risk Model, showcasing the framework’s ability to capture extreme market events and incorporate history-dependent information. Overall, this quantum algorithmic framework provides a powerful tool for accurate analysis and enhanced understanding of stochastic phenomena.