analüüt

Analüüt is an Estonian noun meaning a person who conducts analysis, i.e., an analyst. It is a shortened or colloquial form of analüütik and is used in everyday language as well as in job titles. The word comes from analüüs (analysis) with the agent suffix -t and is gender-neutral.

In practice, analüüt describes professionals across many fields, including finance, business, data science, journalism, security, and public policy. Common types include financial analüüt (financial analyst), turuanalüüt (market analyst), and andmeteanalüüt (data analyst). The term is versatile and can appear in both formal and informal contexts, though analüütik is often preferred in formal writing.

Responsibilities of an analüüt typically involve collecting and interpreting information, identifying trends, evaluating risks, and preparing reports to support decision-making. Analysts analyze data, metrics, or qualitative information to draw conclusions and communicate findings to stakeholders. They may work with statistical methods, databases, and visualization tools, and tailor outputs to non-specialist audiences.

Education and skills commonly associated with the profession include higher education in economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, or related fields. Key competencies include data literacy, critical and structured thinking, problem-solving, and clear communication. Proficiency with data analysis tools (such as Excel, SQL, Python or R) and the ability to present actionable insights are highly valued. While analüüt is widely understood, analüütik remains the standard term in more formal contexts.