How does a warrant work in the context of cryptocurrency trading?

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• Dec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Warrants in the context of cryptocurrency trading are financial instruments that give investors the right to buy or sell a specific cryptocurrency at a predetermined price within a certain time period. They are similar to options contracts in traditional finance. Warrants can be used by traders to profit from the price movement of a cryptocurrency without actually owning it. For example, if a trader believes that the price of Bitcoin will increase, they can buy a warrant that gives them the right to purchase Bitcoin at a specific price in the future. If the price of Bitcoin rises above the warrant's exercise price, the trader can exercise the warrant and buy Bitcoin at a lower price, making a profit. On the other hand, if the price of Bitcoin falls below the exercise price, the warrant may expire worthless. Warrants can be traded on specialized platforms or exchanges, and their prices are influenced by factors such as the price of the underlying cryptocurrency, time remaining until expiration, and market demand.
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