Project Abstract

Abstract
Stock price prediction plays a crucial role in financial decision-making and investment strategies. With the advancement of technology and the availability of vast amounts of financial data, machine learning algorithms have emerged as powerful tools for predicting stock prices. This research project focuses on developing a predictive model for stock prices using machine learning algorithms. The study aims to explore the effectiveness of various machine learning techniques in predicting stock prices and to identify the factors that influence stock price movements. Chapter One Introduction 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Background of Study 1.3 Problem Statement 1.4 Objective of Study 1.5 Limitation of Study 1.6 Scope of Study 1.7 Significance of Study 1.8 Structure of Research 1.9 Definition of Terms Chapter Two Literature Review 2.1 Overview of Stock Price Prediction 2.2 Traditional Methods vs. Machine Learning in Stock Price Prediction 2.3 Machine Learning Algorithms for Stock Price Prediction 2.4 Factors Influencing Stock Prices 2.5 Challenges in Stock Price Prediction 2.6 Previous Studies on Stock Price Prediction 2.7 Evaluation Metrics for Stock Price Prediction Models 2.8 Data Preprocessing Techniques 2.9 Feature Selection and Engineering in Stock Price Prediction 2.10 Research Gaps in Stock Price Prediction Using Machine Learning Chapter Three Research Methodology 3.1 Research Design 3.2 Data Collection 3.3 Data Preprocessing 3.4 Feature Selection 3.5 Model Selection 3.6 Model Training and Evaluation 3.7 Performance Metrics 3.8 Validation Techniques Chapter Four Discussion of Findings 4.1 Analysis of Predictive Models 4.2 Comparison of Machine Learning Algorithms 4.3 Impact of Feature Selection on Model Performance 4.4 Influence of External Factors on Stock Price Prediction 4.5 Interpretation of Model Results 4.6 Limitations of the Study 4.7 Implications for Future Research Chapter Five Conclusion and Summary 5.1 Summary of Findings 5.2 Conclusion 5.3 Contributions to Knowledge 5.4 Practical Implications 5.5 Recommendations for Future Research This research project aims to contribute to the field of stock price prediction by evaluating the performance of machine learning algorithms in predicting stock prices. By analyzing the findings and discussing the implications of the study, this research provides insights into the factors influencing stock price movements and offers recommendations for improving predictive models. Ultimately, this study aims to enhance decision-making processes in the financial industry and contribute to the development of more accurate and reliable stock price prediction models.

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