define the following, and discuss the difference between them at origination, before expiration, and at expiration. ◦forward price and the value of a forward contract ◦futures price and the value of a futures contract b) discuss the assumptions under which futures and forward prices can be considered the same. c) describe how to incorporate discrete and continuous dividends into futures contracts on stocks and stock indices.

define the following, and discuss the difference between them at origination, before expiration, and at expiration. ◦forward price and the value of a forward contract ◦futures price and the value of a futures contract b) discuss the assumptions under which futures and forward prices can be considered the same. c) describe how to incorporate discrete and continuous dividends into futures contracts on stocks and stock indices.

International Financial Management

14th Edition

ISBN:9780357130698

Author:Madura

Publisher:Madura

ChapterP1: Part 1: Integrative Problem: The International Financial Environment

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