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Knock-Out Forward

A forward contract which has a knock-out barrier, allowing the holder whereby to avoid unfavorable moves in spot price down...

Short Range Forward Contract

A variation of the range forward contract which involves taking two opposite option positions on the same underlying. For example,...

Equity Forward

A forward contract which entails the purchase or sale of a specific amount of an equity instrument or a stock...

Long Range Forward Contract

A range forward contract which involves taking two opposite option positions on the same underlying. For example, a firm expects...

Average Rate Forward Contract

A forward contract or zero-cost range forward contract that is primarily used to cover maturities greater than 30 days with...

Flat Rate Forward

A forward contract/ futures contract that has a flat/ constant contango over the course of its lifespan. Contango occurs when...

Currency Forward

A forward contract which allows the holder to lock in today an exchange rate at a future date. With this...

Floating Rate Forward

A forward contract (forward), particularly a structured forward on a metal commodity (e.g., gold), which fixes the corresponding spot rate...

Forward Contract Payoff

The gain attained or the loss incurred by the holder of a forward contract at delivery date. In general, the...

Structured Forward

A hybrid combination of various types of derivatives (e.g., a forward contract with an option). Examples include: a knock-out forward,...