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Episode 11: Trading Volatility with Variance Swaps

Variance swaps let traders take a direct view on realised versus implied volatility. This episode explains the payoff logic and how volatility can be traded without relying on market direction.This episode is part of FX Options Daily, a 30-day themed season of The Trading Floor covering pricing, hedging, exotics, risk and institutional FX options practice.Full treatment: Chapter 11 of FX Options.Educational content only. Nothing in this episode constitutes investment advice.

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