Equity derivative

An equity derivative is a derivative contract that references the performance of one or more equities, or equity indices. Where more than one Share or Index is referenced, the technical term is a Basket.

It is most usually documented under the 2002 ISDA Equity Derivatives Definitions, and the place you should immediately visit is the Equity Derivatives Anatomy.

Types of equity derivative

• Equity Swap contracts
• Option contracts
• Forward contracts

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