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Pricing a barrier option

Posted: August 25th, 2011, 3:44 am
by smarttrader
Hi All,Dont know whether this is d right forum to ask this question but still giving a try. My question is on pricing a barrier option. Below is the specificationTenor: 36MKnock Up and Out Barrier Level: 170% of underlyingRebate : 60% if barrier is hitBarrier Observation : MonthlyIf Barrier is not hit then you get 180% participation of underlying.Lets say underlying is SPX. What is the fair value of this barrier option? Please reply

Pricing a barrier option

Posted: August 25th, 2011, 6:40 am
by TinMan
Maybe code it up and find out.

Pricing a barrier option

Posted: August 25th, 2011, 11:08 am
by smarttrader
TinMan: Can you help on this?

Pricing a barrier option

Posted: August 25th, 2011, 11:27 am
by drone
I sent you a pvt message smarttrader..see if that helps..

Pricing a barrier option

Posted: August 26th, 2011, 3:43 am
by smarttrader
can't open the .rar file. could u please send the .xls seperately...if u don't mindThanks in advance for your help.

Pricing a barrier option

Posted: August 26th, 2011, 5:54 am
by drone
pm me your email id and I will mail you the file