Derivatives

Option

Definition

What is Option?

A contract giving the holder a right, but not an obligation, to buy or sell an underlying assetThe asset, rate, index, or reference on which a derivative's value is based. under specified terms.

Example in practice

How This Looks in Practice

An investorA person or organisation that commits capital with the expectation of a financial return. buys an option to limit the downside on a share position.

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