Define “Rehypothecation” in Traditional Finance.

Rehypothecation is the practice where a bank or broker uses a client's pledged collateral (e.g. securities used as margin) for its own purposes, such as collateralizing its own loans or short sales. While common in traditional finance, it increases leverage and counterparty risk, as the client's assets are exposed to the broker's financial health.

It is generally not permitted in non-custodial learn.

How Does the Process of ‘Rehypothecation’ Affect a Prime Broker’s Client Assets?
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Explain the Difference between ‘Hypothecation’ and ‘Rehypothecation’
How Does the ‘Rehypothecation’ of Collateral Differ in Crypto Vs. Traditional Finance?
Define the Term “Rehypothecation” and Its Relevance to Prime Brokerage
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How Does the Client Agreement Typically Address the Right of Rehypothecation?

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