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Foreign exchange markets, instruments, and cross-border funding.

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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

Currency Crises and Contagion

Paul R. Krugman · Maurice Obstfeld · 2008 · MIT Press

Currency Crises and Contagion explores the dynamics of currency crises, particularly in emerging markets, and the mechanisms of contagion that can spread financial instability across borders. Authored by renowned economists Paul R. Krugman and Maurice Obstfeld, this work provides an intermediate-level analysis suitable for policymakers, macro traders, and economists.

  • FX
  • Emerging markets
  • Crisis

Currency Forwards and Options: Mechanics and Application

Philip Bennett · 2013 · Butterworth Heinemann

This comprehensive guide explores the mechanics and applications of currency forwards and options, essential tools in the FX derivatives market. Designed for treasurers and corporate finance professionals, it delves into practical strategies for managing currency risk through these instruments.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

Emerging Markets: The Practice of Trading and Managing Currency Risk

Valerie Yalta · 2014 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive guide focuses on the intricacies of trading and managing currency risk in emerging markets. It provides practical insights and methodologies tailored for traders and fund managers navigating these dynamic environments.

  • FX
  • Emerging markets

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
Classic

Exchange Rate Economics

Lucio Sarno · Mark P. Taylor · 2003 · Cambridge University Press

Academic foundations of exchange rate behaviour.

  • FX
  • Interest rates

Exotic Options and Hybrids: A Guide to Structuring, Pricing and Trading

Mohamed Bouzoubaa · Adel Osseiran · 2010 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive guide explores the intricacies of exotic options and hybrid instruments, focusing on their structuring, pricing, and trading. It is particularly relevant for practitioners in FX and derivatives markets, providing insights into advanced pricing techniques and market dynamics.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

Foreign Exchange Risk: Models, Instruments and Strategies

Uwe Wystup · Jürgen Hakala · 2002 · Risk Books

This comprehensive text delves into the intricacies of foreign exchange risk, exploring various models, instruments, and strategies essential for effective risk management. It is particularly relevant for professionals engaged in FX trading and analysis, providing a robust framework for understanding and mitigating currency risk.

  • FX
  • Derivatives
  • Risk management

FX Derivatives Trader School

Giles Jewitt · 2015 · John Wiley & Sons

A teaching-first tour of FX options and related derivatives: vocabulary, intuition, and workbook-style drills rather than a cutting-edge vol-surface engineering manual. Best for learners building confidence; experienced FX vol desks should treat it as revision or training material, not a primary reference.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

FX Essentials: Spot, Forwards, Swaps and Non-Deliverable Forwards

Shani Shamah · 2018 · John Wiley & Sons

FX Essentials provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of foreign exchange markets, including spot transactions, forwards, swaps, and non-deliverable forwards. It is designed for professionals seeking to understand the mechanics and applications of FX instruments within treasury operations.

  • FX
  • Treasury
Classic

FX Options and Smile Risk

Antonio Castagna · 2010 · John Wiley & Sons

FX options pricing and volatility surface practice.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

FX Options and Structured Products

2nd Edition

Uwe Wystup · 2017 · John Wiley & Sons

FX Options and Structured Products, Second Edition, by Uwe Wystup, provides an advanced exploration of non-vanilla FX options strategies and structured products. This comprehensive resource is designed for traders, analysts, and risk managers seeking to deepen their understanding of the FX derivatives market through practical case studies and exercises.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

High-Frequency Trading in FX: Evidence from EU High-Frequency Data

Chaboud et al. · 2014 · Federal Reserve

This book provides an in-depth analysis of high-frequency trading (HFT) in the foreign exchange (FX) market, utilising extensive EU high-frequency data. It examines the implications of HFT on market microstructure, offering insights relevant to traders and technologists alike.

  • FX
  • Market microstructure

Interest Rate Parity and Exchange Rates: A Theoretical and Empirical Analysis

Peter Isard · 2007 · International Monetary Fund

This title provides a comprehensive analysis of interest rate parity and its implications for exchange rates, combining both theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence. It is particularly relevant for macro traders and economists seeking to understand the dynamics of currency valuation in relation to interest rates.

  • FX
  • Macro

International Financial Management

3rd Edition

Geert Bekaert · Robert J. Hodrick · 2017 · Cambridge University Press

This comprehensive text delves into the complexities of international financial management, focusing on foreign exchange (FX) markets, treasury operations, and risk management strategies. It is designed for intermediate readers, including treasurers, analysts, and students seeking to understand the global financial landscape.

  • FX
  • Treasury
  • Risk management

Mathematical Methods for Foreign Exchange: A Financial Engineer's Approach

Alexander Lipton · 2001 · World Scientific

This text offers a comprehensive exploration of mathematical methods specifically tailored for the foreign exchange market, focusing on the quantitative techniques employed by financial engineers. It covers a range of derivatives and their applications within FX, making it essential for practitioners seeking to enhance their analytical capabilities.

  • FX
  • Derivatives
  • Quantitative finance

Monetary Policy and Currency Wars

Alan S. Blinder · 2013 · John Wiley & Sons

In 'Monetary Policy and Currency Wars', Alan S. Blinder provides a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between monetary policy and currency fluctuations. This book is essential for understanding the implications of central bank actions on foreign exchange markets and global economic stability.

  • FX
  • Macro
  • Policy

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

Option Volatility and Pricing: Advanced Trading Strategies and Techniques

Updated Edition

Sheldon Natenberg · 2015 · McGraw-Hill

Sheldon Natenberg's 'Option Volatility and Pricing' is an essential resource for practitioners in the fields of FX and derivatives trading. This updated edition provides advanced trading strategies and risk management techniques crucial for navigating the complexities of option markets.

  • FX
  • Derivatives
  • Risk management

Pricing, Hedging and Trading Exotic Options

Israel Nelken · 2000 · McGraw-Hill

This comprehensive guide delves into the intricacies of pricing, hedging, and trading exotic options, focusing on their application in the FX and derivatives markets. It serves as an essential resource for traders and analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of complex financial instruments.

  • FX
  • Derivatives

Real Exchange Rates

Menzie Chinn · Jeffrey Frankel · 2007 · Nber

This comprehensive examination of real exchange rates by Menzie Chinn and Jeffrey Frankel delves into the macroeconomic factors that influence currency values. It provides a critical analysis of the methodologies used to assess real exchange rates and their implications for international trade and investment decisions.

  • FX
  • Macro

The Foreign Exchange Market: Theory and Practice

Owen F. Harris · Hon-Ho Kwang · 2017 · John Wiley & Sons

This comprehensive text delves into the foreign exchange market, covering both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. It addresses key concepts in market microstructure, making it essential for traders and analysts seeking to enhance their understanding of FX dynamics.

  • FX
  • Market microstructure
Classic

The Garman-Kohlhagen Model for Foreign Currency Options

Mark B. Garman · Steven W. Kohlhagen · 1983 · Financial Analysts Journal

The Garman-Kohlhagen Model for Foreign Currency Options presents a comprehensive framework for valuing currency options, integrating essential quantitative finance techniques. This text is particularly relevant for practitioners involved in FX trading and derivatives analysis.

  • FX
  • Derivatives
  • Quantitative finance

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

The Volatility Surface: A Practitioner's Guide

Jim Gatheral · 2006 · John Wiley & Sons

The Volatility Surface: A Practitioner's Guide by Jim Gatheral delves into the complexities of the implied volatility surface, offering insights crucial for pricing and hedging derivatives. This work is particularly relevant for professionals engaged in FX and quantitative finance, as it bridges theoretical models with practical applications in the financial markets.

  • FX
  • Derivatives
  • Quantitative finance

The Yen Carry Trade and Other Financial Crises

Brunnermeier et al. · 2009 · Nber

The Yen Carry Trade and Other Financial Crises examines the dynamics of the yen carry trade within the broader context of financial crises. Authored by Brunnermeier et al., this work delves into risk management strategies and macroeconomic implications relevant to FX markets.

  • FX
  • Risk management
  • Macro