This book provides a straightforward and up-to-date analysis of the wide range of issues surrounding the use of derivatives in common law countries. It is the only work of its kind that focuses on derivatives law and regulation in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Topics covered include the nature of derivatives, key legal issues, standard market documentation, derivatives regulation, recent market developments and regulatory reform. This work will be of significant interest to bankers, lawyers, regulators and academics wanting to gain a better understanding of this complex subject.