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{{a|brokerage|}}[[Exchange-traded derivatives|Exchange-traded derivative]]s are contracts, like [[futures]] and [[options]], that are put into a standardised form and traded on [[exchange]]. To be contrasted with [[over-the-counter]] [[derivatives]] — like [[swap]]s — even though simple varieties of those are now also being cleared [[OTC to CCP]], they are not [[traded on exchange|traded on an exchange]]. | |||
If you want to know more about the economic features of [[Futures|futures]] and [[options]], go see - this present article is about the more [[tedious]] business of how they are [[execution|executed]], [[Give-up|given up]] and [[Clearing|cleared]]. | |||
So tedious, in fact, that no-one has summoned up the fortitude to write it just yet. If you feel it would be worthwhile, do let us know. | |||
===Clearing and execution=== | |||
The life-stage of a futures contracts boils down to two phases: execution and clearing. Execution is the process of buying or selling an ETD; for this an executing broker is paid a commission. clearing is the business of managing your contract during its life; handling margin requirements and that sort of thing. The main risk | |||
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*[[Futures]] | |||