In Example 15.14, we calculated a $.42 potential arbitrage profit. How would an arbitrageur take advantage of
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In Example 15.14, we calculated a $.42 potential arbitrage profit. How would an arbitrageur take advantage of this opportunity? How much profit will the arbitrageur make?
Example 15.14
Suppose you observe the following market prices:
S = $40
C = $ 3
P = $ 2
The strike price for the call and the put is $40. The riskless interest rate is 6 percent per year, and the options expire in three months. The stock does not pay dividends. Is there an arbitrage opportunity?
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