Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives (5th Edition)

This fifth edition book bridges the gap between the theory and practice of derivatives. It provides a unifying approach to the valuation of all derivatives?not just futures and options. It assumes that the reader has some knowledge of finance and probability and statistics. Topics covered include Determination of Forward and Futures Prices, Interest Rate Markets, Mechanics of Options Markets, and Properties of Stock Options. For individuals who work for banks and other financial institutions, as well as options traders, options analysts, risk managers, swaps traders, financial engineers, and corporate treasurers.

JOHN C. HULL'S Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives is unique in that it is both a best-selling college textbook and the "bible" in trading rooms throughout the world.

The Fifth Edition continues to offer the most current topics in the field with the addition of seven NEW chapters:

• CHAPTER 4—"Hedging Strategies Using Futures," a new chapter on the use of futures for hedging.
• CHAPTER 20—"More on Models and Numerical Procedures."
• CHAPTER 25—"Swaps Revisited," gives the reader insight into the range of nonstandard swap products.
• CHAPTER 27—"Credit Derivatives," explains how these products work and how they should be valued.
• CHAPTER 28—"Real Options," provides realistic examples showing how the real options approach can be used in capital investment appraisal.
• CHAPTER 29—"Insurance, heather, and Energy Derivatives," explains non-traditional derivatives and their role in risk management.
• CHAPTER 30—"Derivatives, Mishaps, and What We Can Learn From Them."

A new version of DerivaGem Software (Version 1.50) comes with every copy of the text. It includes a new Applications Builder module.