Swaps
/ˈswɒps/
Definitions
- (n.) Financial agreements to exchange cash flows or liabilities according to specified terms.
They entered into interest rate swaps to manage their exposure.
Forms
- swap
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Commentary
Swaps are commonly used in financial and commercial law for risk management; clarity about terms such as parties, notional amount, and payment schedules is essential in drafting.
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