We propose a counter-cyclical initial margin model for option portfolios. Our model explores the intrinsic netting within a given portfolio of European options and outputs a constant upper bound of the maximum possible loss. This feature would allow option clearinghouses and regulators to gauge...

We develop explicit asymptotic expansions of the portfolio Value-at-Risk (VaR) and portfolio Expected Shortfall (ES) for a large family of multivariate elliptical distributions. The family includes distributions of exponential type such as Kotz distributions, and power type such as the...

We design a system for risk-analyzing and pricing portfolios of non-performing consumer credit loans. The rapid development of credit lending business for consumers heightens the need for trading portfolios formed by overdue loans as a manner of risk transferring. However, the problem is...