Mathematics of Finance:
Modeling and Hedging
Victor Goodman Indiana University-Bloomington
Joseph Stampfli Indiana University-Bloomington
Description:
The Mathematics of Finance:
Modeling and Hedging explains the process of computing derivative prices in terms of
underlying equity prices, while at the same time provides readers with the mathematical
tools and techniques to carry out that process. The authors help readers understand the
process, develop insights into how derivatives are used, and comprehend the risk
associated with creating or trading these assets. These insights into derivative trading
provide extra knowledge of how modern equity markets work.
Benefits:
The mathematics of two
financial concepts that have had a major impact of the way the financial industry views
derivative trading are emphasized throughout. One concept emphasized is investments that
replicate equities. The other is the mathematical model of equities when arbitrage
opportunities are ruled out.
A chapter on using
spreadsheets to compute European, American, A-Barrier Option Trees, and N-Step Trees has
been included.
250 pages