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Python vs R for Quantitative Finance

Both languages are popular in quant finance. Here is when to use each and why I chose Python.

R has better statistical libraries. Python has better everything else.

For pure research and backtesting, R is arguably faster to prototype with.

For production trading systems, Python wins because of its ecosystem and deployment options.

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