Introduction to Derivatives and Risk Management [Hardcover]

One text equips you with a rock-solid understanding of how derivatives are used to manage the risks of financial decisions. Extremely student friendly, market-leading INTRODUCTION TO DERIVATIVES AND RISK MANAGEMENT, 10e is packed with real-world examples while keeping technical mathematics to a minimum. With a blend of institutional material, theory, and practical applications, the text delivers detailed coverage of options, futures, forwards, swaps, and risk management as well as a balanced introduction to pricing, trading, and strategy. The financial information throughout reflects the most recent changes in the derivatives market--one of the most volatile sectors in the financial world. New Taking Risk in Life features illustrate the application of risk management in real-world financial decisions.1. Introduction. 2. Derivatives Markets. Part I: OPTIONS. 3. Principles of Options Pricing. 4. Option Pricing Models: The Binomial Model. 5. Option Pricing Models: The Black-Scholes-Merton Model. 6. Basic Option Strategies. 7. Advanced Option Strategies. Part II: FORWARDS, FUTURES, AND SWAPS. 8. Principles of Pricing Forwards, Futures, and Options on Futures. 9. Futures Arbitrage Strategies. 10. Hedging. 11. Swaps. Part III: ADVANCED TOPICS. 12. Interest Rate Forwards and Options. 13. Advanced Derivatives and Strategies. 14. Financial Risk Management Techniques and Applications. 15. Managing Risk. Appendix A: List of Important Formulas. Appendix B: References. Appendix C: Solutions to Concepts. Glossary. Index.