A derivative is a financial instrument whose price is derived from the value of one or more underlying assets, liabilities, or indices. Two general types of derivatives are privately negotiated contracts, called over-the-counter derivatives, and standardized derivatives that are often exchange-traded.
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A derivative is a financial instrument whose price is derived from the value of one or more underlying assets, liabilities, or indices. Two general types of derivatives are privately negotiated contracts, called over-the-counter derivatives, and standardized derivatives that are often exchange-traded.