Introduction
Course introduction
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What are derivative contracts?
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Key components of derivative contracts
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Trading strategies and types of derivatives
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1. Forward Contracts
Understanding forward contracts and their purpose
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Analyzing forward contract profit and loss diagrams
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Forward contract pricing: Excel demonstration
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2. Futures Contracts
Purpose and structure of futures contracts
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Profit and loss analysis for futures contracts
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Understanding futures contract margins
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In-depth example of futures contract margins
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Futures contract pricing: Excel demonstration
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How futures prices are calculated
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Key takeaways at the course midpoint
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3. Options Contracts
Introduction to options and their purpose
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Key components of option contracts
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Real-world example: Call option analysis
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Real-world example: Put option analysis
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Call option profit and loss diagram breakdown
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Put option profit and loss diagram breakdown
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Understanding moneyness in options
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Options pricing example and calculation breakdown
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Options pricing demonstration using Excel
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4. Swap Contracts
Introduction to swap contracts and their structure
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How interest rate swaps work
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Interest rate swap pricing: Excel demonstration
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Benefits of using interest rate swaps
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Conclusion
Derivatives fundamentals course summary
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