What is a derivative?

Dive into the derivatives market. Explore the pros and cons of financial instruments with prices derived from underlying assets. Discover the assets upon which you can base a derivative contract and the many types of derivatives: options, futures, forwards, swaps, and CFDs. Consider how trading derivatives may impact your risks for better or worse.

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Please note that this video has been uploaded prior to the adoption of the product intervention measures on CFDs to by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA).

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[olivekiss]

This is the clearest explanation I've come across - thank you

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[shuichigutierrez]

The best explanation!!! Not confusing and easy to understand more power!!

[evaabella]

the explanation was very clear and i like it on how he deliver the speech

[bloodshotk]

Thank you!! Finally a clear and understandable explanation on Derivatives, with a very useful example.

[nitinrocksboy]

very much clearest Examples.. Love it :)

[solanaavery]

Hello! Can we use the video for school purposes? Thank you in advance!

[imforme]

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