Derivative

Discrimination

A financial instrument whose value is based on the value of an underlying security, such as a commodity, currency, or bond. the most common derivatives are futures, options, and swaps. they are used to manage risk and fluctuations in the value of the underlying security but are often risky and complicated investments.

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