hedge

(noun)

A contract or arrangement reducing one's exposure to risk.

Related Terms

  • force majeure

Examples of hedge in the following topics:

  • The Importance of Productivity

    • Its controllers must hedge against these risks.
  • Making Decisions Under Conditions of Risk and Uncertainty

    • For example, many financial risks can be absorbed or transferred through the use of a hedge, while legal risks might be mitigated through unique contract language.
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