Understand derivatives in a nonmathematical way Financial Derivatives, Third Edition gives readers a broad working knowledge of derivatives. For individuals who want to understand derivatives without getting bogged down in the mathematics surrounding their pricing and valuation Financial Derivatives, Third Edition is the perfect read. This comprehensive resource provides a thorough introduction to financial derivatives and their importance to risk management in a corporate setting.

Financial Derivatives, 3rd Edition

Business & Money

Quail, Rob

Overdahl, James A.

Finance

wiley

Now in its sixth edition, Understanding Futures Markets by Robert Kolb (University of Colorado) and James Overdahl (Chief Economist of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission) provides the most comprehensive coverage of futures markets available. This new edition features updated and enhanced discussions on: 
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<li>event markets, proposition markets, weather futures, and macro futures</li> <li>globalization of futures markets</li> <li>electronic trading platforms and the rise of electronic trading</li> <li>manipulation of futures markets and methods of deterrence</li> <li>The Commodity Futures Modernization Act of 2000 and its effect on market regulation</li> <li>hedging in a corporate environment</li> <li>uses of futures by government entities</li> <li>energy futures products</li> <li>recent fiascos involving energy futures and related derivatives</li> <li>single stock futures products and narrow-based stock index futures</li> <li>accounting and taxation features of futures markets.</li> </ul>
Clearly written and accessible, this is the authoritative text for students and practitioners alike looking for an in-depth treatment of futures markets.

Understanding Futures Markets

Wiley/Blackwell

A new and updated edition of the most readable, comprehensive text available on derivatives markets. 
<ul> <li>Utilizes an even more applied approach than previous editions 
</li> <li>Provides an excellent balance between introductory and advanced topics 
</li> <li>Extensively updated to incorporate and explicate development in the field including the areas of electronic trading platforms, globalization of markets, hedge funds, financial scandals involving derivatives, and government regulation 
</li> <li>Revised to include over 50 text boxes with applied vignettes on topical issues, product profiles, and historical anecdotes</li> </ul>

Futures, Options, and Swaps

Economics

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