Financial derivatives are complex financial instruments whose value is derived from underlying assets, such as stocks, bonds, commodities, or currencies. Learn about the different types of derivatives, including options (call and put), futures, forwards, and swaps. Understand how derivatives are used for hedging (risk management), speculation (profit generation), and arbitrage (exploiting price differences).

Financial derivatives are complex financial instruments whose value is derived from underlying assets, such as stocks, bonds, commodities, or currencies. Learn about the different types of derivatives, including options (call and put), futures, forwards, and swaps. Understand how derivatives are used for hedging (risk management)