Deferred Payment Option

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Definition: Deferred Payment Option


Deferred Payment Option


Full Definition of Deferred Payment Option


An option contract wherein the holder may choose to exercise the option before its expiration date, however, the settlement will be deferred until the expiration date of the option. For example, a deferred payment option has an expiration date of April 30. The holder may exercise the option on March 31 but he will be paid on the 30th of April. Also called deferred payout option.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Deferred Payment Option are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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