From the course: Derivatives Fundamentals

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Derivatives fundamentals course summary

Derivatives fundamentals course summary

From the course: Derivatives Fundamentals

Derivatives fundamentals course summary

- Congratulations on completing this Derivatives Fundamentals course. We discussed the definition, purpose, and components of each of the four main types of derivatives, and we looked at real world examples of derivatives. We also practiced derivative calculations in Excel to look at profits and losses. Now you should be able to explain the differences between the types of derivatives and how they can be used for hedging and speculating purposes.

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