Iceberg Risk: An Adventure in Portfolio Theory - Hardcover

Osband, Kent

 
9781587990687: Iceberg Risk: An Adventure in Portfolio Theory

Synopsis

Iceberg Risk exposes this crucial limitation through an engaging mixture of story charts, and math. Statistical concepts are developed intuitively first, and all algebra is cordoned off into neatly organized and digestible nuggets. The results will appeal to students of risk analysis and seasoned practitioners alike; indeed to anyone willing to question orthodox portfolio theory.

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About the Author

Kent Osban is a US citizen living in London. He holds a PhD in economics from University of California at Berkeley and has worked for the International Moneary Fund and the World Bank in Washington DC and for Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse First Boston in London. He speaks fluent Russian. He is currently working as a consultant to Trilogy Advisors LLC, a NY based investment advisory firm, where he manages to hedge fund and is implementing and utilising his theories on iceberg risk.

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