Derivatives Trading
/ˌdɛrɪvətɪvz ˈtreɪdɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The buying and selling of financial contracts derived from underlying assets, used for hedging or speculation in legal financial markets.
Regulations govern derivatives trading to ensure market transparency and reduce systemic risk.
Forms
- derivatives trading
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Commentary
Derivative contracts often require precise legal definitions to clarify parties' rights and obligations in derivatives trading agreements.
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