Change of Numeraire

Carl Chiarella*, Xue Zhong He, Christina Sklibosios Nikitopoulos

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Many computational applications of derivative pricing models such as the determination of derivative prices by simulation or the estimation of derivative pricing models can be significantly simplified by a change of numeraire. In this chapter we discuss the main idea behind the change of numeraire technique and the formation of equivalent probability measures under which options can be priced. In addition, the connection of the associated numeraires via the Radon–Nikodym derivative are presented. We also consider an application of the technique for the option pricing models with stochastic interest rate discussed in Chap. 19 and an extension of the technique to accommodate multiple sources of risk in the dynamics of the underlying assets is also considered.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDynamic Modeling and Econometrics in Economics and Finance
PublisherSpringer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Pages419-430
Number of pages12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameDynamic Modeling and Econometrics in Economics and Finance
Volume21
ISSN (Print)1566-0419
ISSN (Electronic)2363-8370

Keywords

  • Bond Price
  • Dividend Yield
  • Option Price
  • Risky Asset
  • Wiener Process

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