Generalized Hyperbolic Distribution

Application

The Generalized Hyperbolic Distribution (GHD) finds utility in modeling asset returns within cryptocurrency markets, particularly where leptokurtosis and skewness are prevalent, characteristics often observed in digital asset price movements. Its flexibility allows for capturing heavier tails than the normal distribution, crucial for risk management involving potential extreme events common in volatile crypto derivatives. Consequently, GHD serves as a robust alternative to standard models when pricing options on cryptocurrencies and assessing Value-at-Risk (VaR) for portfolios containing digital assets.