Emerging markets derivatives: Swings and roundabahts

The volatility of equity derivatives markets in some emerging Asian economies, fed by regulatory anomalies and liquidity shortages, offers the potential for big gains for those with strong nerves. Hong Kong's new status will open up opportunities as well. By Andy Webb.

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For the brave, equity derivative products in south-east Asian emerging markets have been throwing up some exceptional opportunities. Local regulations, such as the inability to short stocks in many markets, have produced some spectacular swings in pricing on either side of notional fair value.

Taiwan has been one of the most prominent markets in this respect, with equity swaps fluctuating widely.

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