Conflict of concepts "option to conclude a contract" and "option contract" in Russian law
In the article, the author analyzes the concepts of «option to conclude a contract» and «option contract» in Russian law. The author comes to the conclusion that the concepts «option» and «option contract» are not equivalent. It is noted that the option may be in the form of a security, an irrevocable offer, be included as an option clause in another contract or be a financial derivative, but the goal and focus of all structures remains the same. The author comes to the conclusion that it is necessary to combine the notions «option» and «option agreement» with a single concept - an option, which is understood not only as an agreement, but also a right acquired by a party to an agreement.