头寸 - Definition and Usage of the Chinese Financial Term #2324360 (License: Personal Use)

“头寸” (pronounced tóu cùn) is a traditional Chinese financial term originating from old banking practices, where “头” (head) and “寸” (inch) metaphorically indicated the immediate, measurable portion of capital on hand. Today, it’s commonly used in mainland China, Hong Kong, and among Chinese-speaking financial professionals to denote a bank’s or trader’s current cash balance, exposure, or funding status. The term appears frequently in reports, trading desks, and risk management contexts.

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