Derivatives
In this lesson, you'll learn the three main types of derivatives used in currency and financial management: futures, options, and swaps. Understanding these instruments is essential for FM and AFM papers, where you'll need to evaluate hedging strategies and manage foreign exchange risk.
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In this lesson
- 0:00 Introduction to derivatives
- 0:08 Futures contracts explained
- 0:23 Options and the option premium
- 0:47 Swaps and currency exchanges
About this lesson
You'll explore how each derivative works, when to use it, and the key costs and benefits of each approach. Futures are standardised contracts traded on financial exchanges that lock in transaction outcomes with high liquidity. Options give the holder the right—but not the obligation—to exchange currency at a fixed rate, with an upfront premium paid regardless of whether the option is exercised. Swaps involve two parties exchanging principal and interest repayments on loans in different currencies, allowing companies to manage exposure across multiple currency markets. By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to distinguish between these hedging tools and apply them to real-world scenarios where organisations need to protect against currency fluctuations and manage financial risk effectively.
Duration: 1m
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