Financial Instrument Tools original pen and ink and watercolour illustration by Rosie Brooks

Financial instrument tools are various types of financial products and assets that can be used to invest, trade or manage risk. Here are some examples of financial instrument tools:

1. Stocks: Shares of ownership in a company, representing a proportionate claim on the company's assets and earnings.

2. Bonds: Debt securities issued by companies or governments, with a fixed or variable interest rate and a maturity date.

3. Options: Derivative contracts that give the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price and date.

4. Futures: Derivative contracts that obligate the buyer and seller to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price and date.

5. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs): Investment funds that hold a basket of assets, such as stocks, bonds, or commodities, and trade on an exchange like a stock.

6. Mutual funds: Investment funds that pool money from many investors and invest in a variety of assets, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate.

7. Forex: Trading currencies in the foreign exchange market, where currencies are bought and sold in pairs.

8. Cryptocurrencies: Digital assets that use cryptography to secure transactions and control the creation of new units.

9. Commodities: Raw materials and natural resources, such as gold, oil, or wheat, that can be traded on exchanges.

These financial instrument tools are commonly used for investment, trading or hedging purposes and may offer different levels of risk and return. It's important to research and understand each financial instrument tool before making any investment decisions.