Definition for : Long (position)

When an operator has bought more in an Underlying asset than he has sold, he is long (in long Position). The Market risk on a long Position is the Risk of a fall in Market value of the Underlying asset (or an increase in Interest rates). See also short (Position).

(See Chapter 49 Managing working capital of the Vernimmen)

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