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What are exotic options in forex and how do hedge funds use them?

Exotic options are non-standard derivatives with unique payoffs, such as barrier options, Asian options, or digital options. Hedge funds use exotics to create precise hedges or speculative structures. For example, a barrier option may protect against EUR/USD falling below 1.0500 but cost less than a vanilla option. Asian options average prices over time, reducing impact from single spikes. Benefits: lower premiums and tailored risk management. Risks: complexity, counterparty exposure, and illiquidity. Institutions negotiate bespoke exotic options with banks, often embedding them into structured products. Retail traders rarely access true exotics, though simplified versions may appear as “turbo” or “knock-out” products on broker platforms. Exotic options highlight how professional FX risk management extends beyond vanilla tools into customized engineering.