What is another word for financial instruments?
Pronunciation: [fa͡ɪnˈanʃə͡l ˈɪnstɹəmənts] (IPA) 
Financial instruments are often described as various securities, which encompass bonds, stocks, and options, among others. They are also known as money-market instruments or financial assets. Furthermore, monetary derivatives, such as swaps and futures, are other widely utilized financial instruments. Additionally, mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are categorized as a type of financial instrument. The term "investment instruments" is often used interchangeably with "financial instruments." More specialized terms, such as mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities, are utilized when discussing specific subcategories of financial instruments. In broad terms, financial instruments are anything that represents a financial value and holds a monetary return or investment for the holder.
