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36 titles match these filters

Oil 101: Everything You Need to Know About the Oil Industry

Morgan Downey · 2012 · Powerhouse Press

Oil 101 provides a comprehensive overview of the oil industry, covering essential aspects such as exploration, production, and pricing mechanisms. It serves as a valuable resource for traders, analysts, and investors seeking to understand the complexities of oil as a commodity.

  • Commodities
  • Energy

Antifragile: Things That Gain From Disorder

Nassim Nicholas Taleb · 2012 · Random House

In 'Antifragile: Things That Gain From Disorder', Nassim Nicholas Taleb explores the concept of antifragility, which describes systems that benefit from chaos and uncertainty. This book delves into risk management, decision-making, and the implications of disorder across various domains, making it essential for traders, investors, and strategists alike.

  • Risk management
  • Market memoirs
  • Behavioral Finance

Counterparty Credit Risk and Credit Value Adjustment

A Continuing Challenge for Global Financial Markets, 2nd Edition

Jon Gregory · 2012 · John Wiley & Sons

This book provides a comprehensive examination of counterparty credit risk and credit value adjustment, essential for understanding the challenges faced by global financial markets. It addresses the evolution of counterparty risk management practices and the implications for financial institutions.

  • Derivatives
  • Risk management
  • Credit

Event-Driven FX Trading: Profiting from Macro Events Using Currency Futures and Options

Jeremy Jerram · 2012 · John Wiley & Sons

Event-Driven FX Trading provides a comprehensive framework for profiting from macroeconomic events through the strategic use of currency futures and options. This text is particularly valuable for macro traders and fund managers looking to enhance their trading strategies in the foreign exchange market.

  • FX
  • Macro

Carbon Markets and Climate Finance: Understanding and Assessing Regulatory Approaches

Anna Kossoy · Patrick Guigon · 2012 · World Bank

This book offers a comprehensive examination of regulatory approaches to carbon markets and climate finance, focusing on the interplay between environmental policy and economic development. It serves as a critical resource for understanding the mechanisms that drive climate finance and the implications for various stakeholders in the market.

  • Policy
  • Emerging
  • Esg

The Financialization of Commodities

Scott H. Irwin · Dwight R. Sanders · 2012 · Elsevier

The Financialization of Commodities explores the transformation of commodity markets through financial instruments and trading strategies. It provides insights into the macroeconomic implications of this financialization, making it relevant for traders, analysts, and policymakers alike.

  • Macro
  • Commodities

Volatility Trading

Sinclair Colin · 2012 · John Wiley & Sons

Volatility Trading by Colin Sinclair provides an in-depth exploration of volatility as a financial instrument, essential for traders and quants. This comprehensive guide covers the strategies and methodologies for trading volatility, including the use of derivatives and risk management techniques.

  • Derivatives
  • Volatility

Commodity-Linked Currencies: How Do They Behave?

Cashin et al. · 2012 · Imf

This publication examines the behaviour of commodity-linked currencies, providing insights into their dynamics in the context of foreign exchange and macroeconomic factors. It is particularly relevant for macro traders and fund managers seeking to understand the interplay between commodity prices and currency movements.

  • FX
  • Macro
  • Commodities
Classic

Derivatives Markets

Robert L. McDonald · 2012 · Pearson

Rigorous alternative framing to core derivatives curricula.

  • Derivatives
  • Quantitative finance

Order Flow: The Price Impact of Trading

Darrell Duffie · James Aitken · 2012 · MIT Press

Order Flow: The Price Impact of Trading provides an in-depth analysis of market microstructure and the quantitative aspects of trading. Authors Darrell Duffie and James Aitken explore how trading activities affect price formation and market dynamics, making it essential for practitioners in finance.

  • Market microstructure
  • Quantitative finance

Food Security and Agricultural Markets: Assessing World Bank Support

World Bank · 2012 · World Bank

This publication examines the role of the World Bank in enhancing food security through agricultural market support. It provides insights into policy frameworks and market dynamics that affect food availability and accessibility globally.

  • Policy
  • Commodities

Options as a Strategic Investment

5th Edition

Lawrence G. McMillan · 2012 · Prentice Hall

Options as a Strategic Investment is a comprehensive guide for practitioners in the derivatives market, focusing on the strategic use of options in investment portfolios. The book covers various strategies, risk management techniques, and the underlying principles of options trading, making it essential for traders, analysts, and portfolio managers.

  • Derivatives

Bank Balance Sheet Management: Liquidity

Funding and Risk

Jacques Bessis · 2011 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive guide on bank balance sheet management focuses on liquidity, funding, and risk. It is designed for finance professionals involved in treasury operations, risk management, and banking, providing practical insights into effective balance sheet strategies.

  • Treasury
  • Risk management
  • Funding
  • Banking

Guidance on Model Risk Management

Federal Reserve · 2011 · Frb

This document provides comprehensive guidance on model risk management, focusing on the identification, assessment, and control of risks associated with the use of models in financial institutions. It is particularly relevant for risk managers and quantitative analysts in middle office roles.

  • Risk management
  • Quantitative finance

Precious Metals: An Outline of Commodity Economics and Markets

Paul Singleton · 2011 · Butterworth Heinemann

This comprehensive text provides an in-depth exploration of the economics and market dynamics surrounding precious metals as commodities. It serves as a critical resource for professionals engaged in trading, analysis, and central banking, offering insights into market behaviour and pricing mechanisms.

  • Treasury
  • Commodities

The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil

Money & Power

Daniel Yergin · 2011 · Simon Schuster

The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil explores the historical and economic significance of oil in shaping global power dynamics. Daniel Yergin delves into the intricate relationships between oil, politics, and economics, making it essential reading for those interested in commodities and market history.

  • Market memoirs
  • History
  • Commodities

Thinking

Fast and Slow

Daniel Kahneman · 2011 · Macmillan

In 'Thinking, Fast and Slow', Daniel Kahneman explores the dual systems of thought that drive human decision-making, focusing on the interplay between intuitive and deliberate reasoning. This foundational text is essential for understanding market dynamics and the psychological underpinnings of behavioural finance.

  • Market Dynamics
  • Behavioral Finance

Options on Foreign Exchange

3rd Edition

David F. DeRosa · 2011 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies of options on foreign exchange, providing essential insights for practitioners in the FX derivatives market. It covers pricing models, risk management strategies, and the application of these instruments in various trading scenarios.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

Structured Products: Analysis, Valuation and Strategies

Chance Don M. · 2011 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive text on structured products delves into their analysis, valuation, and strategic applications within the financial markets. It is particularly relevant for professionals engaged in derivatives and equities, providing insights into the complexities of these instruments.

  • Derivatives
  • Equities

The Pound and the City: A History of the Bank of England

David Kynaston · 2011 · John Wiley & Sons

David Kynaston's 'The Pound and the City' provides an in-depth exploration of the Bank of England's evolution and its pivotal role in shaping the UK’s financial landscape. Covering historical events and economic policies, this work is essential for understanding the dynamics of foreign exchange and the historical context of financial markets.

  • FX
  • Market memoirs
  • History

Equity Valuation Models

Aswath Damodaran · 2011 · Stern

Equity Valuation Models by Aswath Damodaran provides a comprehensive framework for valuing equities using various models and methodologies. This extensive text covers fundamental concepts and practical applications, making it suitable for analysts and portfolio managers alike.

  • Equities

Managing Credit Risk: The Great Challenge for Global Financial Markets

John Caouette et al. · 2011 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive guide addresses the complexities of managing credit risk in global financial markets. It offers insights into risk assessment methodologies and the regulatory landscape, making it essential for finance professionals involved in risk management.

  • Risk management
  • Credit

Fixed Income Analysis, Second Edition

Angel Serrat · Barbara Tuckman · 2011 · John Wiley & Sons

Fixed Income Analysis, Second Edition, offers a comprehensive examination of fixed income securities and interest rate dynamics. It serves as a vital resource for traders and analysts seeking to deepen their understanding of bond markets and valuation techniques.

  • Fixed income
  • Interest rates

Callable Bonds: Handbook and Valuation

Bond Risk Management · 2010 · Risk Books

This handbook provides an in-depth exploration of callable bonds, focusing on their valuation and risk assessment. It is particularly relevant for traders and portfolio managers engaged in fixed income markets, offering insights into numerical methods for pricing these complex instruments.

  • Derivatives
  • Fixed income

Baskets and Tranches: A Guide to Basket and Tranche Securities

Christian Bluhm · Ludger Overbeck · 2010 · Butterworth Heinemann

This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies of basket and tranche securities, focusing on their structure, pricing, and risk management. It serves as a vital resource for practitioners involved in derivatives and credit markets, offering insights into the mechanics of these complex financial instruments.

  • Derivatives
  • Credit

The Greeks: A Comprehensive Reference on Option Pricing

Claudi Nattermann · 2010 · Risk Books

This comprehensive reference on option pricing delves into the Greeks, essential metrics for understanding the sensitivity of options to various market factors. It addresses the quantitative methods used in derivatives pricing, making it a valuable resource for traders and risk managers alike.

  • Derivatives
  • Quantitative finance
Classic

Algorithmic Trading & DMA

Barry Johnson · 2010 · John Wiley & Sons

Execution, algorithms, and market access mechanics.

  • Market microstructure
  • Quantitative finance
Classic

FX Options and Smile Risk

Antonio Castagna · 2010 · John Wiley & Sons

FX options pricing and volatility surface practice.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

Islamic Banking and Finance: A Guide for International Auditors and Accountants

Steve Kettel · 2010 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive guide offers insights into Islamic banking and finance, tailored specifically for auditors and accountants. It covers key principles, practices, and regulatory considerations essential for professionals operating in this unique financial landscape.

  • Islamic finance
Classic

Liar’s Poker

Michael Lewis · 2010 · W. W. Norton

Salomon-era markets culture.

  • Market memoirs

Option Trading: Pricing and Volatility Strategies and Techniques

Euan Sinclair · 2010 · John Wiley & Sons

Option Trading: Pricing and Volatility Strategies and Techniques by Euan Sinclair is a detailed guide for practitioners in the options market, covering essential topics such as pricing, volatility measurement, and hedging techniques. This resource is designed for traders and analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of options trading strategies in various market conditions.

  • Derivatives
  • Risk management