Equity Derivatives provides an in-depth guide to the laws, regulations and authorities governing all aspects of equity derivatives transactions and trades. With chapters written by local experts from major jurisdictions worldwide, Equity Derivatives covers topics such as: regulatory authorities; market structure; categories and types of over-the-counter and exchange-traded equity derivatives; borrowing, selling, and repurchasing shares; risks facing dealers and counterparties; bankruptcy and insolvency rules; reporting obligations; insider trading regulations; taxation issues; and the design and issuance of structured products.