A derivative is a securitized contract whose value is dependent upon one or more underlying assets. Its price is determined by fluctuations in that asset.

Many of the most popular trading products in the world are derivatives. Discover what derivatives are, how to trade them and a few reasons why you might want to trade using them. A derivative is a ...

Ali Hussain has a background that consists of a career in finance with large financial institutions and in journalism covering business. Thomas J Catalano is a CFP and Registered Investment Adviser ...

Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from one or more underlying assets or securities (e.g., a stock, bond, currency, or index). A derivative is a contract that derives its ...