Derivatives for the Trading Floor: Futures, Options and Swaps

by Patrick Boyle, Jesse McDougall

Derivatives for the Trading Floor takes the reader into the world of financial derivatives including futures, options, and swaps. It is a textbook for undergraduate and graduate courses in finance. Many self study investors who are interested in deepening their knowledge of derivatives may find the book useful. This book is designed for a general audience and is suitable for beginners through to those with intermediate knowledge. Patrick Boyle and Jesse McDougall have worked in the financial markets since the late 1990’s at international investment banks and hedge funds. They teach derivatives and investment courses at the Master's level to economics and finance students.

Genres: Finance, Economics, Business, Nonfiction

309 pages, Paperback

First published September 19, 2020

Reviews

[André · Rating 4 out of 5]

Patrick Boyle is a finance professional with extensive experience in trading and asset management. He co-founded Palomar Fund Management and is a lecturer in finance at King’s College London. Boyle's practical knowledge and teaching experience shine through in his book, Derivatives for the Trading Floor: Futures, Options, and Swaps.

This book is invaluable for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of derivatives in a practical, trading-floor context. Boyle breaks down complex financial instruments such as futures, options, and swaps into digestible concepts, making them accessible to both beginners and seasoned professionals.

What sets this book apart is its clear, straightforward explanations and real-world examples that help bridge the gap between theory and practice. Boyle covers essential topics like pricing, risk management, and strategies, providing readers with a solid foundation in derivative markets. Additionally, the book’s structure is designed to be engaging and easy to follow, making it an excellent reference for both study and on-the-job use.

Overall, Derivatives for the Trading Floor is a must-read for anyone serious about understanding and using derivatives in a professional setting. Boyle's expertise and clear writing make this a standout resource in financial literature.

[Robert E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really found this book useful. I'm learning about more complex investments and this book really explains options and other financial derivatives really clearly. It is really good if you need to quickly understand financial derivatives.

[Patch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, quite well done introductory textbook. There were a few typos here and there, though. As someone going to work in derivative securities I found it a helpful primer (especially the swaps section).