Definition
A customized private agreement for a future transaction.
Why it’s relevant today
Businesses use forwards to manage currency and commodity uncertainty.
Why it matters
Customization helps hedging but adds counterparty risk.
A customized private agreement for a future transaction.
Businesses use forwards to manage currency and commodity uncertainty.
Customization helps hedging but adds counterparty risk.
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