

Active Quant unboxed: Inside the engine of quantitative investing
Quant investing is often described in terms that can feel cold or inaccessible: algorithms, models, datasets. But at Robeco, it is not a black box. Behind the mathematics lies a very human discipline. Our quant strategies are shaped not only by algorithms but also by the people who build them – those who continuously test ideas, evaluate outcomes, challenge assumptions, and interpret shifting market dynamics.
Summary
In a new article, we take a closer look at how our Active Quant investing engine works: from the first research idea to the construction of real-world portfolios, and from patterns in markets to the rigorous testing that underpins them.
Who we are
We are a global asset manager with strong capabilities in quant, credits, emerging markets and sustainable investing. Research is at the heart of everything we do, driving active investment strategies that aim to maximize alpha generation.





















