Definition for : Salam

This is a short-term agreement under which a financial institution pays, in advance, amounts corresponding to the Future delivery of a defined quantity of goods. A Salam is mainly used for financing goods. It is similar to forward selling where delivery is at a Future date in exchange for cash payment.

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