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"Mastering Derivatives Markets "provides practical advice, focusing on instruments, trading techniques, key players and market conditions. It covers every instrument and every market, addressing current practice and future issues, enabling the reader to use derivatives with confidence. It is written for both the new entrant into the markets and for the seasoned professional who requires a refresher on the fundamentals of derivatives, as well as for students on finance courses."
Mastering Derivatives Markets" will bring the derivatives markets to life and includes: * the background and development of the derivatives market * the principle instruments and their application * unique guidance on compliance from one of the most respected experts in the market * live electronic pages from Bridge Information Systems, dealing with information as you actually encounter it * fully international examples from LIFFE, The International Petroleum Exchange, London Stock Exchange, Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the New York Mercantile Exchange * a terminology section and a glossary of terms to assist with any derivatives jargon This new edition of Mastering Derivatives Markets has been updated with: * a new chapter on credit derivatives, now the everyday work-horse of the risk manager * an introductory guide to the principles of accounting for derivatives * a completely revised chapter by one of the leading market specialists on the compliance function' * a new chapter on risk and risk management * an updated and expanded glossary of terms "An invaluable and straightforward guide, full of practical applications."
David Ford, Training & Development, International Petroleum Exchange "Another valuable step on the road to improving competence and confidence in the world of financial derivatives."Paul Dex, International Sales Manager, LIFFE "A vital book for every new entrant into the market."Christopher Bellew, Director, Prudential-Bache International Ltd "Contains just about everything you might ever want to know concerning the derivatives markets! a well written book about a difficult subject."The Trader's Magazine "We run a number of courses on financial products and this book serves as excellent pre-course reading as well as an everyday reference handbook."Maricar Obieta, Vice President, GCIB, Citibank, NA "As professional market-makers we have found this an invaluable, easy-to-read book. We always have a copy to hand for quick reference."Andrew Holdstock, Director of Foreign Exchange, IG Group Plc
Mastering Derivatives Markets" will bring the derivatives markets to life and includes: * the background and development of the derivatives market * the principle instruments and their application * unique guidance on compliance from one of the most respected experts in the market * live electronic pages from Bridge Information Systems, dealing with information as you actually encounter it * fully international examples from LIFFE, The International Petroleum Exchange, London Stock Exchange, Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the New York Mercantile Exchange * a terminology section and a glossary of terms to assist with any derivatives jargon This new edition of Mastering Derivatives Markets has been updated with: * a new chapter on credit derivatives, now the everyday work-horse of the risk manager * an introductory guide to the principles of accounting for derivatives * a completely revised chapter by one of the leading market specialists on the compliance function' * a new chapter on risk and risk management * an updated and expanded glossary of terms "An invaluable and straightforward guide, full of practical applications."
David Ford, Training & Development, International Petroleum Exchange "Another valuable step on the road to improving competence and confidence in the world of financial derivatives."Paul Dex, International Sales Manager, LIFFE "A vital book for every new entrant into the market."Christopher Bellew, Director, Prudential-Bache International Ltd "Contains just about everything you might ever want to know concerning the derivatives markets! a well written book about a difficult subject."The Trader's Magazine "We run a number of courses on financial products and this book serves as excellent pre-course reading as well as an everyday reference handbook."Maricar Obieta, Vice President, GCIB, Citibank, NA "As professional market-makers we have found this an invaluable, easy-to-read book. We always have a copy to hand for quick reference."Andrew Holdstock, Director of Foreign Exchange, IG Group Plc
The floating exchange rate has created a need for banks and their corporate customers to manage their currency exposure on an active and commercial basis. It has also opened up great opportunities for speculators to gamble on. Hedgers seek to remove or manage their currency risk. Speculators seek to take currency risk in the hope of making a profit. The advent of currency derivatives has raised the stakes and complicated the transactions in both cases. These are tough markets to master. "Mastering Foreign Exchange & Currency Options" will enable you to get your currency dealing right. It is the essential handbook for any player in the foreign exchange market. It addresses current practice and future issues and is written for both new entrants in to the markets and for seasoned professionals seeking to refresh or broaden their knowledge.Eight of the sixteen chapters are written by guest practitioners, providing a unique insight into their methods, and includes:* the background and developement of the foreign exchange and currency options markets* all aspects of hedging and trading, forex and currency options* how currency options and forex inter-relate* the mechanics of SPOT foreign exchange, forward foreign exchange and currency options* information to navigate you through the increasing amount of technology being introduced to foreign exchange trading* codes of conduct and market practice* technical analysis for trading* essential economics of the currency markets* traditional and exotic products* the role of the banker
An introduction to commodity markets covering specific commodities such as gold, oil, rare earths, aqua and agriculture.
This is a comprehensive introduction to commodities markets, written so that you can quickly scan the book before a meeting and run through the specific chapter that interests you. Designed for the non-specialist, this book covers the topics from a practical perspective, and includes statistical data, screen shots, diagrams and worked examples.
This is a comprehensive introduction to commodities markets, written so that you can quickly scan the book before a meeting and run through the specific chapter that interests you. Designed for the non-specialist, this book covers the topics from a practical perspective, and includes statistical data, screen shots, diagrams and worked examples.