Synthetic position - Financial definition
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Concise definition of the term synthetic position
The creation of a position or asset by using a combination that might include the cash markets, forwards, futures or options e.g. buying a put and selling a call will create a synthetic forward or future position.
Comprehensive definition of the term synthetic position
Synthetic positions are often used in relation to arbitrage opportunities.