Hanita Ghanta
Financial analyst
Me:
Hi there! I’m a Master’s student in Finance (Quantitative) at the University at Buffalo, and I absolutely love diving into the world of numbers, financial models, and creative problem-solving. Whether it’s analyzing data with Python, or Excel, or exploring new investment strategies, I’m always up for a challenge!
Beyond the spreadsheets, I’m someone who thrives on organization and collaboration. From planning events to crunching financials, I enjoy bringing structure and energy to whatever I do.
If you’re passionate about finance, and actively looking to hire, let’s connect, I’d love to hear from you!
My work:
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences- University at Buffalo
ML Research Assistant
Developed and validated machine learning models using Python, applying statistical and predictive modeling techniques to analyze large datasets and extract actionable insights.
School of Management- University at Buffalo
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Course: Experiential Projects Finance (MGF 651) Supported graduate-level finance coursework by guiding experiential projects, mentoring students, and assisting with financial analysis and evaluations.
Sudha Somany Ceramics
FP&A Analyst
Drove budgeting and performance analysis initiatives to uncover cost drivers and improve visibility into business profitability.
Ramco Systems
Financial Risk Analyst Intern
Analyzed financial and operational risk data to identify exposure patterns and strengthen risk reporting frameworks.
PredictRAM
Financial Research Analyst Intern
Generated data-driven financial and market insights to inform analytical models and strategic evaluations.
My projects:
Fixed Income & Interest Rate Risk Analysis
Conducted yield curve analysis using Python/Excel to assess duration, convexity, and IRR impacts on fixed income portfolios.
Analyzed movements to assess interest rate sensitivity, duration, convexity, and risk exposure for fixed income portfolios.
M&A Transaction Analysis – M&T Bank (Finance Academy Badge)
Conducted end-to-end M&A transaction analysis for a potential Fulton Bank acquisition, including strategic rationale, target screening, deal structuring, and synergy / accretion-dilution analysis.
Built three-statement financial models and performed valuation analysis (DCF, Comparable Companies, Precedent Transactions), preparing investment memorandums and presentation materials using public filings and industry data.
Valuation & Cash Flow Modeling Analysis
Built detailed cash flow–based valuation models in Excel to estimate value under multiple operating and market scenarios.
Performed DCF-based valuation, including sensitivity and scenario analysis, to assess key value drivers and risks.
Correlation Analysis for BRICS
Created program using Python to conduct correlation analysis between BRICKS currencies and USD using machine learning algorithms to analyze trends and relationships.
Used Isolation Forest algorithm to detect anomalies in the collection of forex market data.
Regression analysis of Stock trends
Completed a project on analyzing stock trends and stock value of TATA Consultancy Services (TCS) using regression analysis and the CAPM model.
Wrote a report on the relationship between correlation and regression in stock trends, highlighting a 0.85 correlation coefficient between TCS stock and market returns, along with a beta of 1.2 from the CAPM analysis.
Supervised Research Equities- Capstone
Develop and manage a virtual investment portfolio, analyze financial metrics, and deliver insights on market trends, portfolio performance, and investment strategy over a period of 80 days.
Conducting a security valuation of Deckers company, presenting a buy, hold, or sell recommendation with risk assessment, following the CFA guidelines.