Assignment
Definition
Designation by a clearing organization of an option writer who will be required to buy (in the case of a put) or sell (in the case of a call) the underlying futures contract or security when an option has been exercised, especially if it has been exercised early.
Related Terms Other terms related to 'Assignment' starting with the letter 'A' Automatic Exercise, Asian Option, Abandon, Auction Rate Security, Accommodation Trading Browse by Letter » A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z
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