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Optimization-based spectral end-to-end deep reinforcement learning for equity portfolio management

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  • Yu, Pengrui
  • Liu, Siya
  • Jin, Chengneng
  • Gu, Runsheng
  • Gong, Xiaomin

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We propose a novel approach to equity portfolio optimization that combines spectral analysis and classical equity portfolio optimization theory with deep reinforcement learning in an end-to-end framework. We introduce the End-to-end Frequency Online Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient (EFO-DDPG) algorithm, which leverages discrete Fourier transform to decompose asset return sequences into frequency components. Unlike traditional methods that treat high-frequency components as noise, EFO-DDPG learns to adjust the influence of different frequency components dynamically. Moreover, the algorithm embeds a mean–variance portfolio optimization problem within a deep learning network, enhancing interpretability compared to black-box approaches. The framework models the investment problem as a Partially Observable Markov Decision Process (POMDP), using a state processing block with transformer encoders to capture complex relationships in the market data. By integrating spectral analysis, portfolio optimization theory, and online deep reinforcement learning, EFO-DDPG aims to adapt to non-stationary financial markets and generate superior investment strategies.

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  • Yu, Pengrui & Liu, Siya & Jin, Chengneng & Gu, Runsheng & Gong, Xiaomin, 2025. "Optimization-based spectral end-to-end deep reinforcement learning for equity portfolio management," Pacific-Basin Finance Journal, Elsevier, vol. 91(C).
  • Handle: RePEc:eee:pacfin:v:91:y:2025:i:c:s0927538x25000836
    DOI: 10.1016/j.pacfin.2025.102746
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