KySwing - Swing Contract Optimization

KySwing software can be applied for quick and fast valuations of swing contracts. Delta positions are standard reported, and can be used for hedging decisions.

Swing options are typical components of gas contracts, which offer the opportunity to vary the contracted volume under a number of restrictions. They are also known as Take-or-Pay (ToP), interruptible and variable load contracts. With swing contract valuation software, you can calculate:

• The optimal exercise of swing contracts
• Delta positions of swing contracts
• The best trading decision for a swing contract

Outputs swing contract valuation

KySwing calculates the value of swing contracts:

• Distribution of cash flows
• Distribution of contract values
• Distribution of off-take levels

The model supports day-to-day trading decisions. It advises on optimal exercise strategies, analyses the risk profile and adds value through asset based forward trading.

Least Squares Monte Carlo for a swing contract

The swing valuation software  is based on advanced simulation techniques. Important characteristics are a mean-reverting multi-factor model with long-term, short-term and seasonal dynamics. Optimal trading decisions are calculated by applying Least Squares Monte Carlo techniques. Volatility term structure and other simulation inputs are easily derived from historical data with the accompanying calibration tool. By applying cointegration, realistic spreads between oil and gas prices are generated.

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Elements of a swing contract

KySwing incorporates typical swing elements, like periodic volume constraints (e.g. annual contract quantity, daily contract quantity), exercise based on fixed or indexed price (with specific time lags and multiple currencies) and penalties.