Table of contents

Repurchase Agreement Definition: A Collateralized Short-Term Financing Arrangement

How Repurchase Agreements Function: The Mechanics of a Repo Transaction

Types of Repurchase Agreements: Overnight and Term Repos

Key Participants in the Repo Market: Financial Institutions and Investors

Purposes and Benefits of Repurchase Agreements in Financial Markets

The Role of Repurchase Agreements in Providing Liquidity and Managing Risk

Frequently Asked Questions