Exotic Derivatives LAT4092

Margrabe Option Derivation

Heriberto Espino Montelongo

May 2026

Summary

A derivation and application of the Margrabe formula for an option to exchange one risky asset for another.

Context

The report develops the exchange-option valuation formula and applies it in the exotic-derivatives course.

Main contributions

  • Derives the Margrabe exchange-option formula.
  • Connects the derivation to a concrete pricing application.
  • Documents the work in a course report.