Derivatives Investing
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Derivatives Pricing Principles
The process of pricing derivatives is best understood by examining certain fundamental principles. more...
Derivative Markets Controversy
Derivatives are complex financial instruments that can result in significant losses in the hands of investors who failed to understand them thoroughly. more...
Rationale for Derivatives Markets
Whether it is price discovery, risk management, or low transaction costs, derivative markets have a wide range of roles in social and economic systems worldwide. more...
Unlike forward commitments, where parties are obligated to complete a contract, contingent claims allow a party the flexibility of not engaging in the future transaction. more...
Derivatives act as insurance policies against losses, deriving offsetting returns from underlying assets. Examples of such "insurance policies" are forward commitments. more...
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