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Futures contracts
A future contract is a financial instrument that legally binds the agreeing parties to purchase or sell an asset at an established price at a stipulated instance in the future.
Fungibility
An asset is said to be fungible if it can be used interchangeably with another asset of the same type.
Fundamental analysis
Fundamental analysis is the study of the real value of an asset considering criteria other than its market price.
Full node
A full node is a computer device that downloads all the data of the blockchain and fully verifies all the transactions.
Formal Verification
Formal verification compares an existing system against a specific standard relying on mathematical evidence and models.
Forex
Forex is the largest global currencies exchange platform in the world.
Forced Liquidation
When forced liquidation occurs, an investor’s assets are sold for cash or cash equivalents by a brokerage to cover losses on borrowed funds.
Fiscal policy
Fiscal policies are the tax policies and spending budgets set by governments that have an effect on the economy.
Fiat
Fiat currency is currency issued by governments that derives its value from government support.