Financial derivatives explained simply. What are they, how to use them & how they are abused.

What you will learn

Understand financial derivatives (forwards, futures, options & swaps).

Identify risk.

Learn to use these tools for hedging as well as trading.

Become aware of both, the positive & destructive sides of leverage.

Description

This is an introductory course on financial derivatives. No prior knowledge of derivatives markets is necessary.

Forwards, futures, options, swaps are explained simply. Each video attempts to explain the logic behind the relevant theories.

Additional matter has been included to supplement the videos. Some advanced material is also included, for the intermediate-level student who wishes to learn more.

There is a short quiz after every video to strengthen your concepts.


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“Understanding Financial Derivatives” will explain the power of these financial tools & seek to alert you to the dangers & pitfalls of misuse & abuse of these potent, dangerous financial instruments.

And of course, the Final Exam…..enjoy proving to yourself that you know the subject.

Thank you & Happy Learning.

English
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Content

Introduction to Derivatives

Introduction
Introduction
Forward & Future Contracts
Forward & Future Contracts
Pricing & Arbitrage
Pricing & Arbitrage
Arbitrage (cont.) & Convergence
Arbitrage (cont.) & Convergence

Payoffs, Profits & Hedging

Payoffs from Future Contracts
Payoffs from Future Contracts
Options
Options
Moneyness, Payoffs & Profits
Moneyness, Payoffs & Profits
Option Pricing
Option Pricing
Hedging
Hedging
Swaps
Swaps
Dangers Lurk
Final Exam
Extra! Extra!