alpha-zoo

Benchmark cross-sectional alpha factors with IC and IR metrics.

Updated Jul 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hxhyyy/Vibe-Trading --skill alpha-zoo-hxhyyy
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Skill: alpha-zoo
Source: https://github.com/hxhyyy/Vibe-Trading/tree/main/agent/src/skills/alpha-zoo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hxhyyy/Vibe-Trading --skill alpha-zoo-hxhyyy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the complexity of managing and evaluating large libraries of cross-sectional alpha factors, allowing traders to quickly identify predictive signals without manual coding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Alpha Library Browsing: Access and filter prebuilt factor libraries like Kakushadze 101, GTJA 191, and Qlib 158.
  • Performance Benchmarking: Run IC and IR analysis on specific factors or entire zoos across defined universes and time periods.
  • Use Case: A quantitative researcher needs to evaluate the performance of all momentum-based factors from the GTJA 191 library on the CSI 300 index for the last four years to determine which signals are currently viable.

Quick Start

Use the alpha-zoo skill to run a performance benchmark of the gtja191 library on the csi300 universe for the period 2020 to 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions about alpha-zoo

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I benchmark cross-sectional alpha factors for a specific stock universe?

To benchmark cross-sectional alpha factors, you run IC and IR analysis on a defined market universe over a specific time period. This evaluates the statistical performance of predictive signals without lookahead bias to identify viable trading indicators.

What prebuilt quantitative trading factor libraries are available for research?

Available prebuilt quantitative trading factor libraries include Kakushadze 101, GTJA 191, and Qlib 158. You can browse and filter these cross-sectional alpha factor libraries to access predictive signals for immediate performance evaluation.

How does IC and IR analysis evaluate predictive trading signals?

IC and IR analysis evaluates predictive trading signals by computing statistical metrics against specific market universes. This benchmarking measures the predictive strength and consistency of cross-sectional alpha factors without lookahead bias.

Can I evaluate momentum factors from the GTJA 191 library on the CSI 300 index?

Yes, you can evaluate momentum factors from the GTJA 191 library on the CSI 300 index. You define the market universe and time period, such as 2020 to 2024, to run performance benchmarks on those specific quantitative signals.

Do I need to manually code backtesting logic to analyze alpha factors?

No, you do not need to manually code backtesting logic to analyze alpha factors. The system integrates with an internal registry and factor analysis modules to compute IC and IR metrics automatically, streamlining quantitative research workflows.