Panel Coupled Matrix-Tensor Clustering Model with Applications to Asset Pricing
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| author | Cui, Liyuan Feng, Guanhao Han, Yuefeng Li, Jiayan |
| author_facet | Cui, Liyuan Feng, Guanhao Han, Yuefeng Li, Jiayan |
| contents | We tackle the challenge of estimating grouping structures and factor loadings in asset pricing models, where traditional regressions struggle due to sparse data and high noise. Existing approaches, such as those using fused penalties and multi-task learning, often enforce coefficient homogeneity across cross-sectional units, reducing flexibility. Clustering methods (e.g., spectral clustering, Lloyd's algorithm) achieve consistent recovery under specific conditions but typically rely on a single data source. To address these limitations, we introduce the Panel Coupled Matrix-Tensor Clustering (PMTC) model, which simultaneously leverages a characteristics tensor and a return matrix to identify latent asset groups. By integrating these data sources, we develop computationally efficient tensor clustering algorithms that enhance both clustering accuracy and factor loading estimation. Simulations demonstrate that our methods outperform single-source alternatives in clustering accuracy and coefficient estimation, particularly under moderate signal-to-noise conditions. Empirical application to U.S. equities demonstrates the practical value of PMTC, yielding higher out-of-sample total $R^2$ and economically interpretable variation in factor exposures. |
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| spellingShingle | Panel Coupled Matrix-Tensor Clustering Model with Applications to Asset Pricing Cui, Liyuan Feng, Guanhao Han, Yuefeng Li, Jiayan Methodology Econometrics We tackle the challenge of estimating grouping structures and factor loadings in asset pricing models, where traditional regressions struggle due to sparse data and high noise. Existing approaches, such as those using fused penalties and multi-task learning, often enforce coefficient homogeneity across cross-sectional units, reducing flexibility. Clustering methods (e.g., spectral clustering, Lloyd's algorithm) achieve consistent recovery under specific conditions but typically rely on a single data source. To address these limitations, we introduce the Panel Coupled Matrix-Tensor Clustering (PMTC) model, which simultaneously leverages a characteristics tensor and a return matrix to identify latent asset groups. By integrating these data sources, we develop computationally efficient tensor clustering algorithms that enhance both clustering accuracy and factor loading estimation. Simulations demonstrate that our methods outperform single-source alternatives in clustering accuracy and coefficient estimation, particularly under moderate signal-to-noise conditions. Empirical application to U.S. equities demonstrates the practical value of PMTC, yielding higher out-of-sample total $R^2$ and economically interpretable variation in factor exposures. |
| title | Panel Coupled Matrix-Tensor Clustering Model with Applications to Asset Pricing |
| topic | Methodology Econometrics |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2512.23567 |