In chemistry, a compound produced from or related to another.

A financial contract whose value is based on, or "derived" from, a traditional security (such as a stock or bond), an asset (such as a commodity), or a market index.

A financial instrument whose value depends on the value of some underlying asset or factor (e.g., a stock price, an interest rate, or an exchange rate).

A financial instrument whose value depends, at least in part, on the value of a related asset or liability. In essence, its value is "derived" from the values of some underlying as [..]

early 15c. (adj.); mid-15c. (n.), from Middle French dérivatif (15c.), from Late Latin derivat-, past participle stem of Latin derivare (see derive). Mathematical sense is from 1670s.

A financial contract whose value depends on the value of one or more underlying reference assets, rates or indices, on a measure of economic value or on factual events.

A financial transaction that derives its value from the value of another asset. Commodity derivatives derive their value from physical commodity transactions. The value of a derivative rises and falls [..]

word that is based on (derived) from another word.

Derivatives are financial products, such as futures contracts, options, and mortgage-backed securities. Most of derivatives’ value is based on the value of an underlying security, commodity, or other financial instrument. For example, the changing value of a crude oil futures contract depends primarily on the upward or downward movement of oil pric [..]

A product whose value is derived from an underlying security or other asset structured to deliver varying benefits to different market segments and participants. The term encompasses a wide range of p [..]

A financial instrument whose value is based on the value of an underlying security, such as a commodity, currency, or bond. The most common derivatives are futures, options, and swaps. They are used t [..]

1. In mathematics, the ratio of the change in a variable to the infinitessimal change in another variable upon which it depends, denoted dy/dx. Often used in economics to specify both assumptions and [..]

adj. Coming or acquired from some origin.

 inheritance (Winter's Tale, 3.2).

A measurement of how a function changes when the values of its inputs change.

Definition A financial instrument whose characteristics and value depend upon the characteristics and value of an underlier, typically a commodity, bond, equity or currency. Examples of derivatives in [..]

substance obtained from something else (pop)

a contract or security that derives its value from that of an underlying asset (as another security) or from the value of a rate (as of interest or currency exchange) or index of asset value (as a ...

The slope of the tangent line to a curve at any instant a. This is calculated by taking the slope of a secant line through the curve, and then taking the limit of that secant slope as x gets closer and closer to a. This is expressed as: . Another way to express this same concept uses the letter h to symbolize the gap between the point where the der [..]

a measure of how a function or curve changes as its input changes, i.e. the best linear approximation of the function at a particular input value, as represented by the slope of the tangent line to th [..]

securities priced according to the value of other financial instruments such as commodity prices, interest rates, stock market prices, foreign or exchange rates.

A financial instrument whose value is based upon other financial instruments, such as a stock index, interest rates or commodity indexes.

A financial instrument that derives its value from the performance of another asset, index or investment. There are various types of derivatives, such as swaps, options, futures and forward contracts. For more information, visit the Ontario Securities Commission website.

A financial product that derives its value from an underlying security. In the tax-exempt market, there are primary and secondary derivative products.

A financial instrument, traded on or off an exchange, the price of which is directly dependent upon (i.e., "derived from") the value of one or more underlying securities, equity indices, deb [..]

a security whose value is determined by another asset.

A generic term for futures, options or swaps contracts which are arranged either directly between two parties (over-the-counter) or on a commodities exchange (exchange traded).

the rate of change (speed, slope, velocity) of a function. The derivative at x of f(x) is the slope of the tangent line at (x, f(x)). y' = f '(x) =the limit as delta approaches zero of [f(x + delta x) - f(x)] / delta x. determinant

A derivative is the collective term used for a wide variety of financial instruments whose price derives from or depends on the performance of other underlying investments.

A financial instrument based on an underlying contract or funding such as a swap, option, or hedging instrument.

A financial instrument whose characteristics and value depend upon the value of an underlying instrument or asset, typically a commodity, bond, equity, or currency. Examples are futures and options.

A financial contract whose value is based on or derived from, a traditional security (such as a stock or bond), an asset or a market index

A financial instrument or product that derives its value from the price of another security, liability or index. For example, options, swaps, forwards, futures contracts or warrants. A derivative is known as synthetic.

A contract whose value is based on the performance of an underlying financial asset, index, or other investment.

A (financial) derivative is an instrument whose value "derives" from the value of a related underlying financial asset or commodity , and includes swaps, options, forwards, and futures

financial instrument whose value is based on value of another underlying security, index, asset or rate. These range from option contracts, to forward and future contracts, to extremely complex and vo [..]

Financial contract whose price is determined (derived) from the value of an underlying asset, rate, index, or event.

A financial instrument based on an underlying contract, asset or funding, such as a swap or option.

Financial tool which enables investors to obtain returns from an investment in a market or a particular security without physically purchasing that security. They generally require a small deposit, can usually be bought or sold more quickly than physical securities and are generally much cheaper to transact. Derivatives can be used as a risk manage [..]

A financial instrument whose value is ‘derived’ from an underlying asset such as a share, commodity or index. Common types of derivatives include options and futures contracts.

A financial instrument whose value is based on the performance of an underlying financial asset, index, or other investment. For example, as Option is a derivative because its value changes in relation to the performance of an underlying stock.

A financial instrument or product that derives its value from the price of another security, liability or index.  For example, options, swaps, forwards, futures contracts or warrants.  A derivative is known as synthetic.

A conditional instrument used by market participants which derives its value from an underlying security or notional amount. There are two types of derivatives: options/futures and swaps. The main use [..]

is a financial contract with a value that is derived from an underlying asset. Derivatives have no direct value in and of themselves -- their value is based on the expected future price movements of t [..]

The term “derivative” refers to something that is taken from another or relating to another. In relation to Copyright law, derivative means any work adapted from or developed from an earlier work.

The securities whose value are derived from or linked to an underlying stock, bond, currency or mortgage.

Derived financial instruments whose valuation depends on the base value in each case - for example share, interest rate, foreign exchange or goods. Futures and options are important forms of derivative financial instruments.

A financial contract whose value is based on, or derived from, another financial instrument (such as a bond or share) or a market index (such as the Share Price Index). Examples of derivatives include [..]

A financial instrument whose characteristics and value depend upon the value of an underlying instrument or asset, typically a commodity, bond, equity, or currency. Examples are futures and options.

A financial instrument whose value is based on (“derived from”) a different underlying asset, indicator, or financial instrument.

A financial instrument whose characteristics and value depend upon the value of an underlying instrument or asset, typically a commodity, bond, equity, or currency. Examples are futures and options.

(n) the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx(n) a compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound(n) a f [..]

A financial instrument whose characteristics and value depend on the value of an underlying instrument or asset, such as a commodity, bond, equity or currency. Futures and options are types of derivat [..]

The slope or rate of change in a function. The derivative of position is velocity. The derivative of velocity is acceleration.

Rate of change, usually with respect to time; Symbols: x dot, x prime, x sup (1), dx/dt, Dx;

A financial product that derives its value from an underlying security. In the tax-exempt market, there are primary and secondary derivative products.

A financial instrument whose value is 'derived' from an underlying asset such as a share, commodity or index. Common types of derivatives include options and futures contracts.

Derivative status refers to obtaining an immigrant or nonimmigrant status through another applicant, as provided under immigration law for certain visa categories.  For example, the spouse and childre [..]

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A security whose value is based on an underlying security, asset, or index. Derivatives can increase or decrease the type and amount of risk in a mutual fund portfolio.

In chemistry, a compound produced from or related to another.

A financial contract whose value is related to the value of an underlying asset or financial index. Derivatives may be used by fund managers to manage risk in their portfolios, for greater flexibility to lower costs and to enhance returns.

An Arrangement or Product whose value derives from and is dependant on the value of an underlying asset such as a commodity, currency, or security. Derivatives can be used to manage risk, reduce cost, [..]

a word that is formed from another word, for example an adverb that is formed from an adjective by adding -ly

Rate of change, usually with respect to time; Symbols: x dot, x prime, x sup (1), dx/dt, Dx;

A financial contract whose value depends in part upon the value of an underlying security or asset (typically a commodity, bond, equity or currency, or a combination of these).

A financial instrument whose value is dependent upon the value of an underlying asset.

A financial instrument whose value depends upon the characteristics and value of an underlying commodity, currency, or security.

Financial instruments that generate payments or obligations, which in turn depend on the value of other assets such as commodities, currencies, bonds and stock prices, and market indexes. Futures and [..]

An investment vehicle whose value depends on the value of an underlying asset or index. For example, a futures contract for the delivery of gold depends on the value of gold (the underlying asset). A [..]

A security whose value is based on the value of an underlying asset such as commodities, bonds, stocks and equities.

 a contract between two parties to carry out a transaction in the future based on an ‘underlying’ quantity such as an asset (e.g. carbon permits) or a financial variable (e.g. an interest rate). This has four basic types: the forward, future, option and swap. 

a financial contract whose value is based on, or derived from, another financial instrument (such as a bond or share) or a market index (such as the Share Price Index). Examples of derivatives include [..]

A financial instrument or security whose value is derived from and is dependent on the value of another underlying asset or financial instrument (such as an exchange rate, commodity, stock, index, bon [..]

 – A security that’s price is derived from that of another security. Includes options, warrants, futures and CFDs.

An instrument that derives its value from some underlying instrument or instruments. The most common types of derivatives are Futures contracts, options, and swaps.

A type of security or financial instrument whose value or price is derived from its underlying asset; in effect a contract between parties. The main derivatives on the JSE are futures and options.

A financial contract whose value is based on, or "derived" from, a traditional security (such as a stock or bond), an asset (such as a commodity), or a market index.