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The Repo market is a financial market where participants can borrow and lend securities such as government bonds, corporate bonds, and equities. It is a short-term market, with most transactions lasting one day or less. Repo transactions are typically used by financial institutions to manage liquidity and to finance their operations. The lender in a repo transaction receives a collateral asset, usually a security, from the borrower in exchange for cash. The borrower agrees to repurchase the security at a later date, at a higher price, and the lender agrees to accept the security as collateral for the loan. The Repo market is an important source of liquidity for the global financial system. It is used by central banks, governments, and other financial institutions to manage their liquidity needs. It is also used by investors to finance their investments and to manage their portfolios. Some of the major players in the Repo market include the Federal Reserve, Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Morgan Stanley. Show Less Read more