Category Archives: Glossary
Know your customer (KYC)
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
A regulatory process through which financial institutions verify the identity of their clients.
Known-unknowns
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
Risks or uncertainties that are acknowledged but cannot be precisely measured or predicted.
Kondratieff wave
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
A long-term economic cycle spanning roughly 50 to 60 years, associated with major technological and economic shifts.
Knock-in option
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
An option that is activated only after the underlying asset hits a specific price threshold.
Knock-out option
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An option that becomes void when the underlying asset reaches a specified price level.
Kiosk
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A small physical outlet that provides currency exchange or financial services.
Kiwi
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
A market nickname for the New Zealand dollar (NZD).
Knock-in barrier option
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
An option contract that only becomes active once the underlying asset reaches a predetermined price level.
Key currency
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
A widely used major currency that serves as a reserve currency and plays a central role in global trade.
Kicker pattern
Written on February 11, 2026 at 9:07 am, by changhongshan
A candlestick pattern that indicates a strong and sudden reversal in market trend.