ISSN:
1573-692X
Keywords:
Ornstein–Uhlenbeck process
;
Fourier inversion
;
option pricing
;
mean-reversion
;
volatility smile
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Economics
Notes:
Abstract In this paper, we reexamine and extend the stochastic volatility model of Stein and Stein (S & S) (1991) where volatility follows a mean-reverting Ornstein–Uhlenbeck process. Using Fourier inversion techniques we are able to allow for correlation between instantaneous volatilities and the underlyingstock returns. A closed-form pricing solution for European options is derived and some numerical examples are given. In addition, we discuss the boundary behaviour of the instantaneous volatility at v(t)=0 and show that S & S do not work with an absolute value process of volatility.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1023/A:1009803506170
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