The definitive guide to reduced-risk investing in the $450 billion convertible securities market

From Advent Capital Managementone of the worlds top experts on convertible securitiesConvertible Securities describes the mechanics and behavior of convertible securities in comprehensive yet easy-to-understand language.

Written for discerning investors as well as corporate CFOs and Treasurers seeking quantitative insights and theories presented in a methodical and understandable format using recent and relevant examples. The book explains the mathematical underpinnings of convertible securities and provides thorough analyses of convertibles from every angleincluding those of various types of investors and issuers and numerous related disciplines (tax, performance analysis, accounting, risk management, etc.). Specific topics include:

Unique and Valuable Features in Convertible Bonds and Preferreds
How Savvy Investors Use Convertibles in their Portfolios
How CFOs Optimize Corporate Capital Structures with Convertibles
Valuation & Quantitative Properties of Convertibles
Investment Behavior
Asset Allocation Models
Convertible Bonds for Related Professions
Practical Considerations for Allocatorsand much more!