Derivatives – Definition Derivative: Something derived from another called the underlying. Underlying: Independent asset, on which the derivative depends and is derived from. Derivative cannot exist without the underlying. Accounting Standards Criteria for Financial Derivatives: Value linked to underlying. Trade settled on a future date. No full cash outlay on trade date. FAS 133 (US): […]
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