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I’m Mishael Liu, a recent Master of Financial Economics (MFE) graduate with a passion for turning data into actionable insights. I’ve built experience in macro research, asset management, and data visualization using Python, SQL, Excel, and Tableau.
My roles at AIMCo, RBC, and the Bank of Canada have sharpened my ability to forecast risks, construct models, and communicate complex ideas to clients and leadership. I’m pursuing CFA designation and enjoy learning about financial markets, macroeconomics, and fintech-enabled analytics.
Language
French
Beginner
Work Experience
New Graduate Rotational Analyst at AIMCo (Chief Fiduciary Management Office)
May 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025Utilized Python, SQL, and Excel to contribute to research projects such as constructing a US stagflation scenario and measuring its impacts on AIMCo asset returns; developed a Python-based chartbook to summarize macro indicators across countries; performed quarterly updates of the AIMCo Client Handbook covering investment performance, asset mixes, governance, client service plans, and deliverables for AIMCo’s 24 accounts across 15 clients.
Public Equities Analyst, Portfolio Management at AIMCo
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024Constructed error-checking tools using Bloomberg, Python, and Excel to reconcile differences between AIMCo’s old and new portfolio management applications (Aegis and Barra Portfolio Manager). Assisted with updating client-oriented documents that outline investment strategies, benchmark indexes, and relative financial performances of the investment portfolios managed by AIMCo for its clients. Shadowed analysts and portfolio managers on daily and weekly transactions involving internal swaps, FX trades, futures/forwards, and option trades.
Research Analyst at RBC Economics & Thought Leadership
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023Accumulated research data on national and provincial economies, budgets and other economic issues ranging from demographic trends to productivity challenges facing Canada, from various sources such as Statistics Canada, TransUnion, and CMHC. Utilized Python and Excel to develop a multivariable regression model for forecasting consumer insolvencies and mortgage delinquencies in Canada over the short- and medium-term outlook in the next 5 years. Collaborated with the Assistant Chief Economist and Managing Editor to publish an RBC Proof Point article regarding the post-pandemic outlook on consumer insolvencies and loan delinquencies.
Research Assistant – Real Economic Activity Division at Bank of Canada
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022Supported economists with analyses of Canadian GDP by performing tasks such as constructing charts and performing calculations using Statistics Canada data. Leveraged skills in MATLAB and Tableau Desktop to develop dashboards for in-house GDP forecasting models and high-frequency indicators, as part of the Bank of Canada’s digital innovation initiative. Conducted research on retail closures and business insolvencies during the COVID-19 pandemic to highlight evolving consumption patterns and to investigate short- and long-term impacts to Canadian GDP.
Education
Master of Financial Economics (MFE) at Western University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024Bachelor of Arts, Honours Economics – Finance Specialization at University of Waterloo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020Qualifications
University of Waterloo Economics Certificate of Excellence
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025EDC International Business Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025Industry Experience
Financial Services, Government, Professional Services, Education
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