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by Giles Jewitt (Author)
An essential guide to real-world derivatives trading
FX Derivatives Trader School is the definitive guide to the technical and practical knowledge required for successful foreign exchange derivatives trading. Accessible in style and comprehensive in coverage, the book guides the reader through both basic and advanced derivative pricing and risk management topics.
The basics of financial markets and trading are covered, plus practical derivatives mathematics is introduced with reference to real-world trading and risk management. Derivative contracts are covered in detail from a trader's perspective using risk profiles and pricing under different derivative models. Analysis is approached generically to enable new products to be understood by breaking the risk into fundamental building blocks. To assist with learning, the book also contains Excel practicals which will deepen understanding and help build useful skills.
The book covers of a wide variety of topics, including:
- Derivative exposures within risk management
- Volatility surface construction
- Implied volatility and correlation risk
- Practical tips for students on trading internships and junior traders
- Market analysis techniques
FX derivatives trading requires mathematical aptitude, risk management skill, and the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure. There is a tremendous gap between option pricing formulas and the knowledge required to be a successful derivatives trader. FX Derivatives Trader School is unique in bridging that gap.
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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO FX DERIVATIVES TRADING
Successful traders have a combination of mathematical aptitude, the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure, and keen risk management skills. Derivatives traders also need to understand the framework in which they are operating. FX Derivatives Trader School offers FX derivatives traders at all levels of expertise a hands-on guide to the technical skills and practical knowledge required in order to thrive in this dynamic environment.
The text starts by explaining simple FX derivatives products and gradually increases the complexity through standard exotic products right through to advanced multi-asset and volatility-based products. There are also Excel practicals which implement ideas from the text, hence building vital real-world skills.
Offering something for everyone from students to novice traders to experienced professionals, FX Derivatives Trader School is certain to become a common sight on trading floors everywhere.
Author Biography
GILES JEWITT is the Head of FXO Automated Trading and eRisk for HSBC in London. He has worked on trading desks in London and Hong Kong for over a decade, pricing and risk managing the full range of FX Derivatives products.
