alleryStart learning →Forward contracts differ from futures in that forwards are what?
AStandardised and exchange traded
BUnique to the buyer and seller
CGuaranteed by a clearing house
DNever used for hedging
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Unique to the buyer and seller
Each forward contract is a private agreement unique to its buyer and seller, whereas futures are standardised.
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