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Which aspect does credit risk mainly refer to?
Failure of the counter-party to honor its side of the contract.
What is the main goal of financial risk management as described in the text?
Avoid loss of reputation in the financial markets.
In financial risk management, what is the purpose of risk transference strategy?
Shift risk to another party.
Which type of risk is considered the biggest risk that financial institutions take according to the text?
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In what scenario does settlement risk occur?
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How does financial risk management aim to reduce costs associated with credit risk in derivative transactions?
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What is the primary focus of traditional credit (loans) risk compared to trading credit risk?
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Why is credit risk considered a significant factor in financial institutions?
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What is settlement risk related to in trading transactions?
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How does credit risk impact derivative transactions according to the text?
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