"Payoff and Hedging" provides an overview of futures contracts and their application in hedging strategies. The chapter explains the payoffs of long and short positions in futures contracts and demonstrates their use in hedging scenarios.

It presents practical examples of hedging using forward contracts. The outcomes of hedging are discussed, emphasizing how the effectiveness of the hedge depends on the movement of exchange rates. It also introduces long hedge and short hedge strategies, explaining their purpose and providing examples. Long hedge is employed when there is an anticipation of buying an asset in the future, while short hedge is used when there is an anticipation of selling an asset in the future.

Overall, "Payoff and Hedging" offers insights into the concept of hedging with futures contracts and demonstrates their practical application in managing various types of risks. It provides a foundation for understanding payoffs, long and short positions, and the benefits of hedging in different market scenarios.