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Trading STIR Futures Stephen Aikin

Trading STIR Futures By Stephen Aikin

Trading STIR Futures by Stephen Aikin


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"Short term interest rate futures" are one of the largest financial markets in the world. This work explains what they are, how they can be traded, and where the profit opportunities are. It covers key points such as how STIR futures are priced, the need to understand what is driving the markets and causing the price action, and more.

Trading STIR Futures Summary

Trading STIR Futures: An Introduction to Short-term Interest Rate Futures by Stephen Aikin

"Short term interest rate futures" (STIR futures) are one of the largest financial markets in the world. The two main contracts, the Eurodollar and Euribor regularly trade in excess of one trillion dollars and euros of US and European interest rates each day. STIR futures are also unique because their structure encourages spread and strategy trading, offering a risk reward profile incomparable to other financial markets. STIR futures are traded on a completely electronic market place that provides a level playing field, meaning that the individual can compete on exactly the same terms as banks and institutions. The sheer number of trading permutations allows traders to find their own niche. "Trading STIR Futures" is a handbook to the STIR futures markets, clearly explaining what they are, how they can be traded, and where the profit opportunities are. The book has been written for aspiring traders and also for experienced traders looking for new markets. This book offers a unique look at a significant but often overlooked financial instrument. By focusing exclusively on this market, the author provides the reader with a comprehensive guide to trading STIR futures. He covers key points such as how STIR futures are priced, the need to understand what is driving the markets and causing the price action, and provides in-depth detail and trading examples of the intra-contract spread market and cross-market trading opportunities of trading STIR futures against other financial products. It is an essential read for anyone wishing to enter this market.

About Stephen Aikin

Stephen Aikin has spent almost 20 years continuously trading STIR futures for his own account, every year of which has been profitable. He holds an MSc in Financial Markets and Derivatives and lives in London.

Table of Contents

1. Basics of STIR Futures Introduction to STIR Futures What are STIR futures? Where and how are they traded Contract structure and general specifications Brief introduction to spreads and strategies The advantages of trading STIR futures compared to other financial products STIR Futures Pricing Spot and forward rates The STIR future Theoretical Price Basic pricing concepts Advanced pricing concepts Arbitrage considerations The Drivers Of STIR Futures Prices Changing shape of the yield curve Price sensitive effects 2. Mechanics of STIR futures Accessing The Markets Clearing and settlement Fixed and variable costs Liquidity and rebate schemes The choice of clearing member or trading arcade Software and hardware Selecting an ISV Influences regarding the traderi? s choice of markets and contracts Domicile and time zones Taxation considerations Remote trading Spread betting alternatives 3. Trading STIR futures Trading Opportunities: The Two Trades Outright trading Spread trading Spread Trading: Intra-Contract Spreads Calendar spread Butterfly spread Condor spread Introduction to strips, packs, bundles and stacks Summary - when to use strategies Spread Trading: Inter-Contract Spreads Introduction to bonds Introduction to bond futures Spreading STIR futures strips against bond futures Spreading STIR futures against swap futures Spreads between international STIR futures Summary - when to use the strategies 4. Trading Considerations For STIR Futures Zero Sum Game - Know The Players Players Supporting cast How to play Game Play The discovery process Trigger point Guide to technical indicators 5. Endgame A Day In The Life Of A STIR Futures Trader Interview With A Trader 10 Rules For Trading STIR Futures Appendices STIR Futures Contracts Contract Specifications For Eurodollar, Euribor, Short Sterling and Euroswiss Exchanges Clearing Members Independent Software Vendors (ISV) Trading Arcades Economic Calendars Key Interest Rate Changes (GBP, SWF, EUR, USD) Bibliography

Additional information

GOR003765213
9781897597811
1897597819
Trading STIR Futures: An Introduction to Short-term Interest Rate Futures by Stephen Aikin
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Harriman House Publishing
2006-11-15
288
N/A
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