Derivatives
Derivatives are financial contracts whose value derives from underlying assets, used for hedging risk, speculation, and gaining market exposure with leverage.
Futures Contracts
Futures are standardized contracts obligating parties to buy or sell an asset at a predetermined price on a future date, traded on organized exchanges.
Options Contracts
Options are contracts granting the right, but not obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a specified price before expiration, used for hedging and speculation.
Swaps
Swaps are derivative contracts where two parties exchange cash flows or liabilities, commonly used to manage interest rate, currency, or credit risk.