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Jensen’s Alpha
Jensen’s Alpha is a risk-adjusted performance metric representing the average return on a portfolio or investment above or below the capital asset pricing model (CAPM) predicted.
Quantile Function
The quantile function helps you figure out whether values in a distribution are above or below a specific threshold in statistical analysis.
Black-Scholes-Merton Model
Black-Scholes was the first widely used option pricing model, commonly known as Black-Scholes-Merton. Assumption being a non-dividend-paying stock is normally distributed over a short time.
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Straddle and Strangle
Straddle and strangle are two hedging strategies that expect the stock prices to move significantly away from their current prices.
Credit Value Adjustment
The portion that accounts for counterparty risk is known as credit value adjustment. Prime objective of the trader is to earn a return greater than the CVA.
What is Multiple Regression?
A multiple regression analysis examines the relationship between many independent variables and one dependent variable.
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What is Option-Adjusted Spread?
There are different interest rates used for different transactions in the financial market. One popular rate is option-adjusted spread(OAS).
Loss Frequency and Loss Severity
The frequency of claims is the number of claims an insurer expects to occur over a period of time, while the severity is cost of a claim.
External Credit Ratings
A credit rating is a measurement of a person or business’ ability to repay a financial obligation based on income & past repayment histories.
Clean and Dirty Price
Coupon bonds have a clean price before any interest is paid.
Fama & French Model
The Fama and French is asset pricing model that builds on the capital asset pricing model by adding size & risk elements.
Altman Z-Score Model
Altman’s Z-Score Model is a numerical calculation that predicts whether a company will go bankrupt in the next two years.