What are the economic functions of futures markets

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DEFINITION QUESTIONS ABOUT FUTURES MARKETS:

1- Why are relatively few futures contracts settled by delivery?

2- Why is marking-to-market each day in cash such a powerful risk management tool?

3- What are the economic functions of futures markets?

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