Investment

Rácio de cobertura

The proportion of a position that is hedged via derivative instruments, calculated as the value of the hedging instrument divided by the value of the underlying exposure. Used to minimize portfolio risk.

Quick answer: The proportion of a position that is hedged via derivative instruments, calculated as the value of the hedging instrument divided by the value of the underlying exposure. Used to minimize portfolio risk.

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Quick answer

The proportion of a position that is hedged via derivative instruments, calculated as the value of the hedging instrument divided by the value of the underlying exposure. Used to minimize portfolio risk.

Why it matters

Rácio de cobertura matters because it supports clear communication in Investment contexts for Financial Analysts, Bankers, and Traders. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as CFA, ACCA, and FRM.

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Questions and answers

What is Rácio de cobertura?

In this glossary, Rácio de cobertura refers to: The proportion of a position that is hedged via derivative instruments, calculated as the value of the hedging instrument divided by the value of the underlying exposure. Used to minimize portfolio risk.

How is Rácio de cobertura used in finance?

In finance communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Gestores de portfólio calculam o rácio de cobertura para determinar o número de contratos futuros necessários para se proteger contra movimentos adversos de preços."

Why does Rácio de cobertura matter in finance?

Rácio de cobertura matters because it supports clear communication in Investment contexts for Financial Analysts, Bankers, and Traders. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as CFA, ACCA, and FRM.

Who uses Rácio de cobertura?

Rácio de cobertura is mainly used by Financial Analysts, Bankers, and Traders.

What category does Rácio de cobertura belong to?

In this glossary, Rácio de cobertura is grouped under Investment. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from CFA Institute, IFRS Foundation, FASB (GAAP), Basel III Framework and published by Protermify Finance as a static finance reference page.

Definition

The proportion of a position that is hedged via derivative instruments, calculated as the value of the hedging instrument divided by the value of the underlying exposure. Used to minimize portfolio risk.

Operational example

Portfolio managers calculate the hedge ratio to determine the number of futures contracts needed to protect against adverse price movements.

Localized term

Rácio de cobertura

Localized example

Gestores de portfólio calculam o rácio de cobertura para determinar o número de contratos futuros necessários para se proteger contra movimentos adversos de preços.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

CFA Institute, IFRS Foundation, FASB (GAAP), Basel III Framework

Category

Investment

Exam relevance

  • CFA
  • ACCA
  • FRM

Target audience

  • Financial Analysts
  • Bankers
  • Traders

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