Valuing Forwards and Futures

The formulae for valuing all derivatives are essentially the same: \[Value\ =\ PV(what\ you\ will\ receive)\ –\ PV(what\ you\ will\ pay)\] First, the notation: \(V_t\): value of the forward (to the long) at time \(t\) \(T\): expiration of the forward contract \(S_t\): spot price at time \(t\) \(F_T\): forward price at time \(T\) \(r_f\): effective […]