What are derivatives?
Basic interpretation : something which is based on another source.
A derivative is a contract or product whose value derives from the value of the base asset. The base asset is called the underlying asset.
i.e., Sugar prices will rise if sugarcane prices increase due to low production. It means sugarcane is the underlying asset of sugar...
Bank Nifty has attempted a bounce today after testing 62% retracement of its move from FEB 2016 low. For it start a meaningful rally it 1st needs a consolidation which could happen between 26000-22500. Failure to hold today's low opens the passage for 19000. A downtrend halts & changes 1st with swings then an uptrend starts, whichever time frame you look at it. If...