Regression modelJump-Diffusion
Bates Model
The Bates model (1996) combines stochastic volatility and jump diffusion to capture both the volatility smile and the implied volatility skew observed in equity and currency option markets. It extends the Heston model by adding a Poisson jump component to returns, making it suitable for pricing options when sudden price moves are expected.
Apply with EconMindSoonVideoSoon
Read the full method
Members only
Sign inSign in with a free account to read this section.
Sources
- Bates, D. S. (1996). Jumps and stochastic volatility: Exchange rate processes implicit in Deutsche Mark options. Review of Financial Studies, 9(1), 69-107. DOI: 10.1093/rfs/9.1.69 ↗
- Merton, R. C. (1976). Option pricing when underlying stock returns are discontinuous. Journal of Financial Economics, 3(1-2), 125-144. DOI: 10.1016/0304-405X(76)90022-2 ↗