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Offsetting Transaction

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Description

A trade that exactly matches and thus neutralises an existing position.

An offsetting transaction is made to neutralize an existing position, essentially closing it out by executing a trade opposite to the original one. This could be buying back a sold short position or selling a long position, aiming to eliminate or reduce market exposure and potential losses or lock in profits.

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