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How to Use Swaps to Hedge Interest Rate and Inflation Risk in Muni Bond Portfolios
For investors looking to diversify their portfolios with potentially lower risk, municipal (muni) bonds are becoming an increasingly attractive investment option. In this blog, we explain how muni bond investors can use swaps to hedge their exposure to interest rate fluctuations and inflation expectations, which have been the main drivers of muni bond market performance in 2024.
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Zero Day Options Gain Momentum with New Contract Offerings
Nasdaq recently listed a series of new weekly options contracts tracking exchange-traded funds (ETFs) investing in gold, silver, natural gas, oil and long-term Treasuries, which traders can utilize for trading zero-day to expiration (ODTE) options.* Nasdaq’s announcement is notable because the Wednesday expiration date provides traders with a second day each week to take short-term positions on
December 12, 2023
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Thriving Amidst Volatility in the Energy Markets
The energy and commodity markets have experienced a surge in volatility over the last 18 months. How are market participants responding? In our blog, we delve into the multifaceted world of energy markets with a focus on the role of counterparty credit risk in helping firms stay competitive.
October 31, 2023
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FRTB: Are you ready for a new era in market risk management?
Time is ticking. Changes introduced by FRTB are upon us, ushering in a new era in market risk management. Our blog explores key data, technology and modelling considerations firms should be focusing on now as they prepare to meet these new requirements.
October 17, 2023
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Jhanvi Shah Named Winner of 2023 Women in Finance Scholarship
I am pleased to announce that Numerix and FINCAD have selected a recipient for the 2023 Women in Finance Scholarship! The winner, Jhanvi Shah, will use her award money to pursue a master's degree in Financial Asset Management at the Schulich School of Business, York University.
September 28, 2023
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Introducing the Numerix Podcast: Navigating Trends in the Capital Markets
We’re pleased to announce the launch of a brand-new podcast series, Trading Tomorrow: Navigating Trends in the Capital Markets, which will be available on the Numerix website later this month.
September 19, 2023
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