(mathematics) The derivative of a function, considered as a function of the independent variable just as was the original function from which the derivative was taken.
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Derivatives are financial instruments of no intrinsic value that derive their value from something else. First Derivatives, on the other hand, derives its value by customizing software and providing IT services for banks and other companies in the world of finance. So far, it has developed seven software packages, including a partnership with Kx Systems to provide the Kdb+ relational database management system. The company has officers in New York, London, and Ireland. Clients include European and US investment banks, financial software companies, and large financial institutions.
Key numbers for fiscal year ending February, 2009:
Sales: $25.8M
One year growth: 2.7%
Net income: $4.5M
Income growth: (25.4%)
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Finance Director: Graham Ferguson
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