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Modeling asset price processes based on mean-field framework
Masashi Ieda1, Masatoshi Shiino
1Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2-12-1 Oh-okayama, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8551, Japan. mieda@mikan.ap.titech.ac.jp
Physical Review. E, Statistical, Nonlinear, and Soft Matter Physics
|February 7, 2012
Summary
We developed a new microscopic model for financial asset dynamics using a mean-field approach. This model captures market structure interactions and effectively prices options, even with complex noise.
Area of Science:
- Quantitative Finance
- Statistical Mechanics
- Financial Modeling
Background:
- Traditional financial models often overlook the intricate interactions between assets.
- A microscopic approach is needed to better understand market structure dynamics.
- Existing models may not fully capture complex noise patterns in financial data.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a novel mean-field model for financial asset dynamics.
- To incorporate inter-asset interactions reflecting market structure.
- To demonstrate the model's utility in pricing financial derivatives.
Main Methods:
- Application of the mean-field theoretical framework.
- Development of a microscopic model for financial markets.
- Case study involving European call option pricing.
Main Results:
- The proposed model successfully integrates asset interactions.
- The mean-field approach provides a robust framework for financial dynamics.
- The model demonstrates effectiveness in pricing European call options with short-time memory noise.
Conclusions:
- The mean-field model offers a powerful microscopic perspective on financial markets.
- This approach enhances the understanding of market structure and asset interactions.
- The model shows promise for pricing complex financial derivatives accurately.
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