Chapter 13: Other Types of Swaps

In this section

• Equity Swaps
  Explore the fundamentals, mechanics, and strategic uses of equity swaps in the OTC market, including notional considerations, dividend adjustments, customization, and Canadian regulatory requirements.
• Commodity Swaps for Hedging and Speculation
  Explore the mechanics, applications, and regulatory considerations of commodity swaps—from hedging crude oil and natural gas to gaining exposure in metals and agriculture—plus real-world scenarios, best practices, and Canadian market insights.
• Equity Total Return Swaps (Uses in Synthetic Prime Brokerage)
  A comprehensive deep dive into how equity total return swaps function, their role in synthetic prime brokerage, risk management considerations, and relevant Canadian regulations.
• Canadian Energy & Agricultural Commodity Swaps
  Explore how Canadian energy and agricultural commodity swaps help producers, processors, and consumers hedge price volatility. Learn about key regulations, practical examples, and risk management strategies across dynamic markets.
• Carbon/Emissions Swaps & Other ESG-Oriented Products
  Explore how carbon/emissions swaps and ESG-oriented derivatives help entities hedge regulatory obligations, manage sustainability-linked metrics, and comply with evolving climate policies in Canada and beyond.