derivative positions

[/dɪˈrɪvətɪv pəˈzɪʃənz/]
nounpl: derivative positions
posições em derivativos
1. Financial positions held in derivative instruments such as futures, options, swaps, or forwards
The hedge fund maintained large derivative positions to protect against market volatility.
O fundo de hedge mantinha grandes posições em derivativos para se proteger contra a volatilidade do mercado.
2. Open contracts or exposures in financial derivatives that represent potential gains or losses
The bank's derivative positions were closely monitored by the risk management team.
As posições em derivativos do banco eram monitoradas de perto pela equipe de gestão de risco.
3. Speculative or hedging investments using derivative contracts
After the earnings announcement, traders adjusted their derivative positions accordingly.
Após o anúncio dos resultados, os traders ajustaram suas posições em derivativos adequadamente.
Derivative positions are critical in modern finance and are extensively discussed in Brazilian financial markets (B3 - Brasil Bolsa Balcão) and international banking. The term reflects the importance of derivatives in contemporary investment strategies, risk management, and speculation in both Brazilian and American financial sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
derivative holdingsderivative exposuresderivative investmentsfutures positionsoptions positions
Antonyms / Antônimos
spot positionscash positionsphysical holdings

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
posições em derivativos
Standard financial term used in Brazilian markets
São Paulo
posições em derivativos
Common in financial sector communications
Rio de Janeiro
posições em derivativos
Used in investment banking and trading communities
Portugal
posições em derivados
Portuguese uses 'derivados' instead of 'derivativos'

Related Words

hedgingderivativesfutures contractsoptions tradingfinancial riskportfolio managementleveragecounterparty risk

Related Idioms & Phrases

hold a derivative position
unwind a derivative position
take a derivative position
close out derivative positions
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