Essays about: "derivatives futures"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 17 essays containing the words derivatives futures.

  1. 1. Extracting Growth Expectations from Financial Markets: An Investigation into the Dividend Market Dynamics

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Gösta Lycke; [2023]
    Keywords : Dividend futures; GDP growth forecasting; Economic shocks; Market expectations; Financial market derivatives;

    Abstract : Dividend futures, reflecting the economic surplus, can be used as a forecasting tool for dividend and GDP growth. Building on prior research, I broaden the scope of analysis by encompassing a range of countries and evaluate the impact of shocks such as a military conflict on dividend and GDP growth expectations. READ MORE

  2. 2. Hedging the Term Structure Risk of Carbon Allowance Derivatives : An Application of Stochastic Optimisation to EUA Market Making

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Nikolas Tsigkas; [2022]
    Keywords : Commodity Derivatives; Emissions Trading; Term Structure; Nonparametric Curve Estimation; Hedging; Stochastic Optimisation; Monte Carlosimulation; Market Microstructre; Systematic Risk Factors;

    Abstract : The initiative by the EU to combat global warming through the introduction of a cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas emissions in 2005, known as the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), resulted in the inception of a new financial market. The right to emit one tonne of CO2-equivalents, as well as derivatives on this right, have become commodities, traded both through exchanges and over the counter. READ MORE

  3. 3. Modelling Seasonalities of HPFCs Using a Parametric Approach

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Matematisk statistik

    Author : Reza Rastegar; Lucas Svantesson; [2019]
    Keywords : Power Markets; Hourly Price Forward Curves; Seasonality; Electricity Spot Price; Mathematics and Statistics;

    Abstract : Electricity differs from other commodities in that it cannot be stored. This non-storability characteristic results in traditional pricing methods for commodities not being applicable for electricity. An alternative pricing method is therefore needed and the solution is the Hourly Price Forward Curve (HPFC). READ MORE

  4. 4. Is there a Future in Real Estate? : Incorporate Futures Contracts within the Swiss Real Estate Market

    University essay from KTH/Fastigheter och byggande

    Author : Ofelia Isberg; [2017]
    Keywords : Derivatives; Exchange; Futures Contracts; Hedging; Speculating; Real Estate; Derivat; Exchange; Futures Contracts; Hedging; Spekulation; Fastigheter;

    Abstract : In the past decades, real estate has turned into something more than just a home, it has become an investment. The interest to invest in the real estate market has increased from investors but also from private persons where the demand not only is to find a living but also perceived as an investment to make a profit or reinvest in the future. READ MORE

  5. 5. Verification of Risk Algorithm Implementations in a Clearing System Using a Random Testing Framework

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för matematik och matematisk statistik

    Author : Mikael Vahlberg; [2017]
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    Abstract : Clearing is keeping track of transactions until they are settled. Standardized derivatives such as options and futures can be cleared through a clearinghouse if you are a clearing member. The clearinghouse step in as an intermediary between trades and manages all occurring counterparty risk. READ MORE