Credit Derivatives |
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| Author:
| Meissner, Gunter |
| ISBN: | 978-1-281-21484-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2009 |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Limited
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| Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $99.00 |
Book Description:
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The market for credit derivatives--financial instruments designed to transfer credit risk from one party to another--has grown exponentially in recent years, with volume expected to reach more than $4.8 trillion by 2004. With demand increasing from the private sector for finance professionals trained in the opportunities--and dangers--inherent in this fast-changing market, finance courses are already springing up to meet this need.
"Credit Derivatives: " Explains the...
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The market for credit derivatives--financial instruments designed to transfer credit risk from one party to another--has grown exponentially in recent years, with volume expected to reach more than $4.8 trillion by 2004. With demand increasing from the private sector for finance professionals trained in the opportunities--and dangers--inherent in this fast-changing market, finance courses are already springing up to meet this need.
"Credit Derivatives: "
Explains the field of credit derivatives to business students with a background in finance
Cites real-world examples throughout, reinforced by end-of-chapter questions and internet links to pricing models
Provides a concise overview of the field that is ideal for instructors seeking to supplement traditional derivatives course material, as well as those looking to offer a stand-alone course on credit derivatives.