This paper presents a Heston-based pricing model for contingent convertible bonds (CoCos). The main finding is that skew in the implied volatility surface has a significant impact on the CoCo price. Hence stochastic volatility models, like the Heston model, which incorporate smile and skew are...

In this paper, we propose a new fear index based on (equity) option surfaces of an index and its components. The quantification of the fear level will be solely based on option price data. The index takes into account market risk via the VIX volatility barometer, liquidity risk via the concept...

In this paper, we propose a new fear index based on (equity) option surfaces of an index and its components. The quantification of the fear level will be solely based on option price data. The index takes into account market risk via the VIX volatility barometer, liquidity risk via the concept...