Options, Futures, and Other Derivative Securities

This text aims to cover all aspects of the valuation of options, futures and other derivative securities. It is structured so that it may be used with or without a knowledge of calculus, and to provide a clear, non-technical explanation of the Cox, Ingersoll and Ross equilibrium models. Other features include an explanation of the Heath, Jarrow and Morton work and a full discussion of yield-curve-based model. There is also expanded coverage of futures markets, hedging and duration. The book is designed for undergraduate and post-graduate courses in options and futures, derivative securities or speculative markets.