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Equity swap

A Swap for which payments on one or both sides are linked to the Performance of equities or an equity Index. Sometimes used to avoid withholding taxes, obtain leverage, or enjoy the returns from ownership without actually owning equity.

Related Terms: 9 Index, OID, Own, Performance, Return, Swap, Tax, UIT, Void
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