Definition for : Short (position)

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

(See Chapter 49 Managing working capital of the Vernimmen)

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