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Derivatives

Theory and Practice
By:Keith Cuthbertson; Dirk Nitzsche; Niall O'Sullivan
Publisher:Wiley Professional Development (P&T)
Print ISBN:9781119595595
eText ISBN:9781119595656
Edition:1
Copyright:2020
Format:Reflowable

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Three experts provide an authoritative guide to the theory and practice of derivatives

Derivatives: Theory and Practice and its companion website explore the practical uses of derivatives and offer a guide to the key results on pricing, hedging and speculation using derivative securities. The book links the theoretical and practical aspects of derivatives in one volume whilst keeping mathematics and statistics to a minimum. Throughout the book, the authors put the focus on explanations and applications.

Designed as an engaging resource, the book contains commentaries that make serious points in a lighthearted manner. The authors examine the real world of derivatives finance and include discussions on a wide range of topics such as the use of derivatives by hedge funds and the application of strip and stack hedges by corporates, while providing an analysis of how risky the stock market can be for long-term investors, and more.

To enhance learning, each chapter contains learning objectives, worked examples, details of relevant finance blogs technical appendices and exercises.