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What is Margin?
The collateral that must be held in the account to open a position in derivatives trading.
ExampleOn VIOP, a TRY 100,000 contract was opened by depositing TRY 10,000 of margin.The figures in the example illustrate the concept; they are not current market data.
Related terms
LeverageUsing borrowed money or derivatives to take positions larger than your own capital.Margin CallA broker's demand for additional collateral when losses in a margin account exceed the value ofFutures / ForwardA contract that provides for buying or selling an asset at a set date and price in the future.Open PositionA long or short position that is still active and has not been closed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Margin?
The collateral that must be held in the account to open a position in derivatives trading.
What is Margin called in Turkish?
In Turkish financial reporting and news, Margin is called Marj (Teminat).
Which concepts are related to Margin?
The concepts most often mentioned together with Margin are Leverage, Margin Call and Futures / Forward.