Unified Financial Analysis arrives at the right time, in the midst of the current financial crisis where the call for better and more efficient financial control cannot be overstated. The book argues that from a technical perspective, there is no need for more, but for better and more efficiently organized information.The title demonstrates that it is possible with a single but well organized set of information and algorithms to derive all types of financial analy...

Score your highest in econometrics? Easy.Econometrics can prove challenging for many students unfamiliar with the terms and concepts discussed in a typical econometrics course. Econometrics For Dummies eliminates that confusion with easy-to-understand explanations of important topics in the study of economics.Econometrics For Dummies breaks down this complex subject and provides you with an easy-to-follow course supplement to further refin...

Praise for Algorithmic TRADING“Algorithmic Trading is an insightful book on quantitative trading written by a seasoned practitioner. What sets this book apart from many others in the space is the emphasis on real examples as opposed to just theory. Concepts are not only described, they are brought to life with actual trading strategies, which give the reader insight into how and why each strategy was developed, how it was implemented, and even how...

The essential reference for financial risk managementFilled with in-depth insights and practical advice, the Financial Risk Manager Handbook is the core text for risk management training programs worldwide. Presented in a clear and consistent fashion, this completely updated Sixth Edition, mirrors recent updates to the new two-level Financial Risk Manager (FRM) exam, and is fully supported by GARP as the trusted way to prepare for the rigorous and renowned...

Master the basics and intricacies of quant and high-frequency trading with the latest edition of this accessible and widely-read guideIn the newly revised third edition of Inside the Black Box: A Simple Guide to Systematic Investing, veteran practitioner and investor Rishi K Narang delivers another insightful discussion of how quantitative and algorithmic trading strategies work in non-mathematical terms. As with prior editions, this third edition is full ...

Technical analysis expert L.A. Little shows how to identify and trade big market movesSignificant money can be made in the stock market by following big trends. In Trend Qualification and Trading, market technician L.A. Little explains how to identify and qualify these trends to determine the likelihood that they will continue and produce better trading results.By combining price, volume, different timeframes, and the relationship between the gener...

Since its original publication, Value at Risk has become the industry standard in risk management. Now in its Third Edition, this international bestseller addresses the fundamental changes in the field that have occurred across the globe in recent years. Philippe Jorion provides the most current information needed to understand and implement VAR-as well as manage newer dimensions of financial risk. Featured updates include:An increased emphasis on operational riskUsing VAR ...

An up-to-date look at the evolution of interest rate swaps and derivativesInterest Rate Swaps and Derivatives bridges the gap between the theory of these instruments and their actual use in day-to-day life. This comprehensive guide covers the main "rates" products, including swaps, options (cap/floors, swaptions), CMS products, and Bermudan callables. It also covers the main valuation techniques for the exotics/structured-notes area, which remains one of the most challengi...

A hands-on guide to the fast and ever-changing world of high-frequency, algorithmic tradingFinancial markets are undergoing rapid innovation due to the continuing proliferation of computer power and algorithms. These developments have created a new investment discipline called high-frequency trading.This book covers all aspects of high-frequency trading, from the business case and formulation of ideas through the development of trading systems to application of capital and ...

The essential reference for financial risk managementFilled with in-depth insights and practical advice, theFinancial Risk Manager Handbook is the core text for riskmanagement training programs worldwide. Presented in a clear andconsistent fashion, this completely updated FifthEdition-which comes with an interactive CD-ROM containinghundreds of multiple-choice questions from previous FRM exams-isone of the best ways to prepare for the Financial Risk Manager(FRM) exam.Financ...

An updated guide to the theory and practice of investment managementMany books focus on the theory of investment management and leave the details of the implementation of the theory up to you. This book illustrates how theory is applied in practice while stressing the importance of the portfolio construction process.The Second Edition of The Theory and Practice of Investment Management is the ultimate guide to understanding the va...

The importance of managing credit and credit risks carefully and appropriately cannot be overestimated. The very success or failure of a bank and the banking industry in general may well depend on how credit risk is handled.Banking professionals must be fully versed in the risks associated with credit operations and how to manage those risks. This up-to-date volume is an invaluable reference and study tool that delves deep into issues associated with credit risk management....