In diesem Buch wird das Thema Derivate neu gedacht. Dies geschieht aus der Perspektive des Financial Modeling, wobei die zentralen Fragestellungen aus der Finanzwirtschaft unter Zuhilfenahme von Microsoft Excel holistisch abgebildet und gelöst werden. Leitfaden bildet dabei eine integrierte...

The estimation and validation of the Basel II risk parameters PD (default probability), LGD (loss given default), and EAD (exposure at default) is an important problem in banking practice. This book covers designing and validating rating systems and default probability estimations. Furthermore,...

The Economics of Financial Markets presents a concise overview of capital markets, suitable for advanced undergraduates and for beginning graduate students in financial economics. Following a brief overview of financial markets - their microstructure and the randomness of stock market prices -...

Introduction -- Forwards and Futures -- Interest Rate Derivatives -- Option Markets, Valuation, and Hedging -- Market Risk Measurement and Management -- Stochastic Interest Rates and the Standard Market Model -- Interest Rate Models -- Exotic Options, Volatility Smile, and Alternative Stochastic...

Evolution and outlook of the ETF market : from a trickle to a mighty roar -- Characteristics of exchange-traded funds : weighting myths and realities -- Exploring the tax advantages of exchange-traded funds -- Understanding the complex universe and role of fixed-income funds as investment...