9. Financial instruments Flashcards
1
Q
- Wat is the definition of a financial instrument?
A
A contract that gives rise to a financial asset in one entity and a financial liability or equity in another
2
Q
- What are 3 characteristics of derivatives?
A
Value changes based on underlying variable
Minimal or no initial investment
Settled in the future
3
Q
- In derivatives what are 4 types of financial assets?
A
Amortised cost
Fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)
Fair value through OCI (FVTOCI) investment in Equity
Fair value through OCI (FVTOCI) other than investment in Equity