Derivative Instrument and Derivative Market Features
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Key Points
- ETDs are standardized, transparent, and backed by a clearinghouse.
- OTC derivatives are customized, private, and traded via dealer networks.
- OTC markets carry higher counterparty risk compared to ETDs, though CCPs are mitigating this.
- ETD examples: Futures, Options. OTC examples: Forwards, Swaps, Options.
Key Points
- Equities: Used for speculation, hedging, and compensation.
- Fixed-Income: Manage interest rate risk and duration.
- Currencies: Hedge FX risk or speculate on rates.
- Credit: Manage default risk (e.g., CDS).
- Commodities: Hedge price risk for raw materials.
Questions
What is the primary definition of a derivative instrument?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following best describes Exchange-Traded Derivatives (ETD)?
View answer and explanationWhich feature is characteristic of Over-the-Counter (OTC) derivatives?
View answer and explanationIn the context of derivative markets, what does CCP stand for?
View answer and explanationWhich instrument is cited as an example of an Exchange-Traded Derivative?
View answer and explanationWhich instrument is typically an Over-the-Counter (OTC) derivative?
View answer and explanationHow does transparency generally compare between ETD and OTC markets?
View answer and explanationWhat is the primary risk associated with OTC derivatives that ETDs largely mitigate?
View answer and explanationWhich derivative underlying is commonly used for managing portfolio duration?
View answer and explanationEmployee stock options are an example of a use case for which underlying asset?
View answer and explanationWhat is the primary purpose of a Credit Default Swap (CDS)?
View answer and explanationWhich derivative underlying category includes 'soft' and 'hard' types?
View answer and explanationWhat does liquidity generally look like in OTC markets compared to ETD markets?
View answer and explanationWhich entity is responsible for managing clearing and settlement in an ETD market?
View answer and explanationWhat was a key regulatory response regarding OTC markets after the 2008 crisis?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following is considered an 'Other' type of derivative underlying?
View answer and explanationIn an OTC market, contracts are primarily:
View answer and explanationWhich participants are typical for the OTC derivative market?
View answer and explanationWhy might an investor use currency derivatives?
View answer and explanationWhich statement regarding settlement in OTC markets is correct?
View answer and explanationWhat is a characteristic of Exchange-Traded Derivatives regarding customization?
View answer and explanationWhat type of derivative underlying deals with 'Issuer default risk'?
View answer and explanationWhich organization type characterizes the OTC market?
View answer and explanationCryptocurrency derivatives fall under which underlying category?
View answer and explanationLongevity risk is managed using derivatives in which underlying category?
View answer and explanationWhich derivative allows for 'hedging price risk' of raw materials?
View answer and explanationAre options traded on exchanges or over-the-counter?
View answer and explanationSwaps are primarily traded in which market?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following creates 'Counterparty Credit Risk'?
View answer and explanationWhat is the nature of 'Regulatory Response' for ETDs?
View answer and explanationWhich market aims to 'Maintain OTC flexibility with CCP'?
View answer and explanationWhat is the primary characteristic of liquidity in ETD markets?
View answer and explanationIf a company wants to hedge a very specific, non-standard amount of foreign currency for a specific date, which market would they likely use?
View answer and explanationWho acts as the counterparty to every trade in an ETD market?
View answer and explanationIn the context of OTC derivatives, what does 'unregulated' imply in the text?
View answer and explanationWhich derivative underlying is used to change portfolio exposure to default risk?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following is a 'Soft' commodity?
View answer and explanationWhich market participant type is explicitly associated with ETD in the text?
View answer and explanationPost-2008 crisis, what is the goal of regulatory response regarding transparency?
View answer and explanationWhat is the key benefit of the Central Counterparty (CCP) regarding liquidity?
View answer and explanationWhich derivative type is mentioned as an example for BOTH Equities and Fixed-Income underlyings?
View answer and explanationIn the OTC market, what happens to 'Counterparty Risk' compared to ETD?
View answer and explanationWhich feature corresponds to 'Nature' in the ETD market?
View answer and explanationWhat is the 'Purpose/Use' of Fixed-Income derivatives related to interest rates?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following derivatives is NOT typically exchange-traded?
View answer and explanationCentral Clearing aims to address which specific type of risk mentioned in the 'Regulatory Response' section?
View answer and explanationUnder which underlying category would a 'stock index' derivative fall?
View answer and explanationWhat does 'Credit risk transferred to CCP' imply for an investor in the ETD market?
View answer and explanationWhich of the following is a potential use for Commodity derivatives?
View answer and explanationIn the comparison table, which market is described as having 'Full transaction information'?
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