What is the concept of e in futures & options?

What is the meaning of e in this formula?

Fp(x) = sp(adjusted)* e(power)r*t

Fp (x) = future value of spot price

Sp = spot price

R= rate of interest

T= time

What is e?
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This discussion clarifies the role of 'e' in financial formulas, specifically within futures and options pricing. 'e', also known as Euler's number, is a mathematical constant approximately 2.71828. It serves as the base for natural logarithms and is crucial for calculating the future value of a spot price (Fp(x)) when considering interest rates (r) and time (t).

The number e, also known as Euler's number, is a mathematical constant approximately equal to 2.71828 which can be characterized in many ways. It is the base of the natural logarithms
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