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There is a need now, more than ever, for innovative financial products that have the ability to hedge longevity exposure for pension funds, reinsurance companies, and governments. These products are currently being developed with the use of life settlements.

Interest Rate Derivatives is unique in that it is written by an experienced trader who has traded swaps, options and exotics. Sadr has written the book for practitioners in the field of interest rate derivatives (traders, marketers, operations).

* Structured Credit Products are one of today's fastest growing investment and risk management mechanisms, and a focus of innovation and creativity in the capital markets. * The building blocks of these products are credit derivatives, which are among the most widely used products in finance.

Successful traders know that before stepping into the wilderness of the speculative markets, you need a solid understanding of basic market behavior. But the conventional methods often fall short of providing this basic knowledge.

A detailed examination of "swaps" - customized contracts for an exchange of interest or principal payments as a means of transferring risk. The text demonstrates how complex financial structures can be built by utilizing a number of swaps and related instruments.

Experts from the world's major financial institutions contributed to this work and have already used the newest technologies. Gives proven strategies for using neural networks, algorithms, fuzzy logic and nonlinear data analysis techniques to enhance profitability.

Designed to provide traders with a wide range of practical strategies for limiting risks, avoiding losses and successfully managing a futures portfolio. The guide will especially benefit those with little or no background in finance or mathematics.

* Designed for self-study, classroom use, and reference, this is a comprehensive approach to developing both simple and sophisticated financial models in all major areas of finance using both Excel 2007 and VBA.

Explores two mathematical tools essential for competing in frenzied commodities markets: quantity, which shows the proper amounts a trader should trade for a given market and system, and intercorrelation of returns that shows which markets and systems to trade and how to diversify with respect to trading the right quantities for each market.

Begins with an analysis of a typical U.S. dollar denominated Euroconvertible. Goes on to discuss international convertible securities and such related topics as currency fluctuation and foreign currency exposure. The characteristics of domestic markets in U.S.

Provides practical, comprehensive information and strategies for using managed futures successfully. Clearly explains the benefits of managed futures and their role in a traditional portfolio. Uses case studies and firsthand reports to show how corporations are using managed futures.

This guide to the financial risks and opportunities to be found in foreign exchange markets includes insights into the new global and electronic networks. Topics discussed include dealing in various currencies, risk management, market data filtering and pattern recognition.

The comprehensive guide to creating, valuing, and trading today's most innovative fixed-income securities. Financial markets worldwide are being flooded with a wealth of innovative and increasingly complex securities.

Invaluable information regarding one of the biggest worldwide growth areas in investing-infrastructure assets Infrastructure investing is about to explode on the worldwide scene. The fact is that real money will need to be spent on real projects-which will present real opportunities for stable, long-term returns.

A feasible asset allocation framework for the post 2008 financial world Asset allocation has long been a cornerstone of prudent investment management; however, traditional allocation plans failed investors miserably in 2008.

* This book develops the detailed economic analyses at the micro (individual) and macro (economy wide) levels to discuss the debates about the economics of an aging population, including retirement and the associated health care funding of the aged.

Often financial computing guidebooks provide only quick-and-dirty implementations of financial models, rarely related to real-world applications. Professional Financial Computing Using Excel and VBA provides reusable, flexible, real-world implementations of financial models.

An informative guide offering new and innovative ways to think about active management and investing ActiveBeta Indexes presents exciting new research that shows how above-market returns can be achieved in a low-cost, transparent, and efficient fashion.

A detailed look at how to fix the hedge fund industry The Future of Hedge Fund Investing spells out in refreshingly stark terms exactly how the industry let down its clients, and the changes needed to restore their confidence.

* Wealthy individuals are growing double/digit around the world. * Banks and other financial institutions are competing to capture them by investing heavily into offices, events, advertising, people, etc. Despite these efforts few manage to get it right.

A comprehensive look at the emergence of infrastructurefinanceJust as infrastructure development acts as a catalyst foreconomic growth, it is also changing the landscape for potentialinvestors and the burgeoning field of infrastructure finance.

Looks at security analysis and business valuation, as practiced by Wall Street, Corporate America, and international businesses. This book shows the methodical process that practitioners use to value common stocks and operating companies and to make buy/sell decisions.

A companion Workbook to the text MicroMarkets Understanding how microeconomics affects the marketplace isessential for any investment professional, however most bookssimply address microeconomics in its pure theory-based form.

A classic book on credit risk management is updated to reflect the current economic crisis Credit Risk Management In and Out of the Financial Crisis dissects the 2007-2008 credit crisis and provides solutions for professionals looking to better manage risk through modeling and new technology.

An accessible guide to effectively operating in the hedge fund arena Hedge funds are now in the news more than a thousand times a day and yet it is hard to find clear, factual information about how they operate, raise capital, and invest.

* This book is particularly valuable, especially in this challenging financial climate, because it gives in-depth answers to these questions about DC plan design from the nation's most qualified and experienced experts.

An informative guide to market microstructure and trading strategies Over the last decade, the financial landscape has undergone a significant transformation, shaped by the forces of technology, globalization, and market innovations to name a few.

Invaluable insights on trading today's futures market The CME Risk Management Handbook provides an accessible overview of the futures market in today's electronic world of trading. Page by page, it outlines the various CME products currently available and explains how those products can be used to manage risk.

Full coverage of ETF investments from an expert in the field The initial edition of Gary Gastineau's The Exchange-Traded Fund Manual was one of the first books to describe and analyze ETFs.

A professional's guide to the world of hedge fund investing Throughout the financial crisis of 2008, many hedge funds suffered massive losses and were often blamed for the extreme market upheavals.