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Knock-Out (Knock Into) Forward

A Knock-out Forward is a derivative financial product through which the issuer offers the buyer a more attractive rate for a specific maturity date than a regular forward on condition that the exchange rate does not hit the Knock-out level during the contract. If the Knock-out level is attained, the contract is automatically cancelled and the transaction will not take place.Due to their complex character, knock-out forwards are not the most suitable products for corporate treasurers wishing to protect their profits from FX risks. There are more efficient alternatives like Dynamic Hedging.Knock-out forward contracts include the following elements:Financial Asset: EUR/USDPosition at Maturity: EUR/USD shortAmount: 1,000,000Spot Rate: 0.9350Forward Rate: 0.9275Knock-out Option Rate: 0.9150Knock-out Level: 0.8800Tenor: 6 monthsDespite the name ‘forward’, a knock-out is actually a speculative options contract* and therefore not the most suitable option for a prudent CFO aiming to hedge against currency volatility. If the Knock-outrate is reached, the option will be cancelled and the buyer will remain exposed to currency volatility.