Futures are derivative contracts obligating the purchase or sale of an asset at a future date. This chapter introduces how futures markets work, key features, margin requirements, leverage, and how traders use futures for speculation and hedging.e
Introduction to the Stock Market
A foundational overview of what the stock market is, how it functions, and why it matters. It explains how companies issue shares and investors trade them, the role of exchanges and markets, and the significance of stocks as ownership stakes and growth tools in modern economies
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Futures and options
Futures and options are financial derivatives allowing investors to speculate or hedge on the price movements of an underlying asset. Futures obligate the buyer to purchase or sell at a set price on a future date, while options give the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell before expiration. They help manage risk or amplify returns without owning the asset directly
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