Convertible Arbitrage: Insights and Techniques for Successful Hedging
Author: Nick P. Calamos
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ISBN: 0471423610
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (13 June, 2003)
Sales Rank: 8,545
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5
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Rating: 5 out of 5
This is one of the best on hedge fund strategies.
This is by far one of the best books on hedge fund strategies. It's very practical, but also provides enough technical details. Most other books on hedge funds just state some basic facts that everybody knows. This book, however, provides enough details on one single strategy, convertible arb. I would highly recommend this book to any serious Quant who wants to know more about convertible arb.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Well-Written Summary of the State of the Art in Convert Arb
Addressing arbitrage opportunities of both convertible bonds and convertible preferred issues, this text also describes the spectrum use of other derivative instruments for both arbitrage and hedging purposes. Of note, capital structure arbitrage --a hot topic, currently-- is also briefly discussed.The book serves as a worthwhile summary of all that is currently feasible in this arena. Additionally, many techniques are sufficiently described so as to be made immediatly applicable. As expected from a book of relatively short length, some of the techniques are not drawn out in sufficient detail. The capital structure section, for example, is addressed in only a few pages.
Given the considerable number of tips and insights offered by the author, this book is worth reading despite the lack of detail in some sections.
Rating: 5 out of 5
A must for portfolio managers - invaluable information
Convertible arbitrage is an alternative investment form that is ever-increasing in popularity. This book teaches both portfolio managers and fund of funds analysts everything they need to know about convertible bonds and includes a thorough background, a description of the various techniques, and valuation models. Illustrates points with informative graphs, tables, and appendices. An excellent resource tool. Similar Products
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