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The use of derivatives and who is using them. Common misconceptions about the use of derivatives. The insurance industry's use of derivatives for managing risk. Non-derivatives risk management tactics and techniques.
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Article that examines common misconceptions about derivatives
There are many kinds of derivatives, with the most notable being swaps, futures, and options
Explains exchange-traded derivatives and over-the-counter derivatives
Explains stock options, single stock futures, warrants, contract for difference and index return swaps
Forwards, like other derivative securities, can be used to hedge risk
Definition of terms in the derivatives and risk management business
From the perspective of the derivatives dealer
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Some of the different types of combinations of derivatives that are possible
Credit risk is a significant element of any derivatives transaction
Derivative products that have a payoff contingent upon the occurrence of an event for which you pay a premium in advance
Why companies hedge and the rationale for using derivative products
Represents participants in the privately negotiated derivatives industry
ISDA has pioneered efforts to identify and reduce the sources of risk in the derivatives and risk management business
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