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Interest Rate Futures
Definition of Interest Rate Futures
Interest rate futures are derivative contracts whose underlying instrument is any instrument that bears interest.
Just like any other futures contract, interest rate futures also give the right and obligation to fulfil the terms of the contract on expiry.
The price of interest rate futures and the interest rate itself shares an inverse relationship. If interest rates move higher, then the futures will be less valuable.
Just like any other futures contract, interest rate futures also give the right and obligation to fulfil the terms of the contract on expiry.
The price of interest rate futures and the interest rate itself shares an inverse relationship. If interest rates move higher, then the futures will be less valuable.
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