BALANCED FUND
A fund which combines a bond component, stock component, and sometimes, a money market component on a single portfolio. In general, these hybrid funds adheres to a relatively fixed combination of bonds and stocks which reflects either conservative (higher fixed-income component) or moderate (higher equity component) orientation.
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Shogun Bond
Shogun Bond is also referred to as ‘geisha bonds’. It is kind of foreign-currency denominated bond. It is issued by foreign entities in ...
Ambulance Chaser
A term for lawyers who rush contact persons involved in an accidents. It is often use to increase the payments to the victims. Insurance companies ...
Core Deposits
Deposits in a bank’s general market area. Banks depend on core deposits to stabilize their funds for their lending base. Such deposits offer ...
Nominalism
Nominalism is the principle of keeping the amount of a debt obligation fixed in spite of fluctuations the purchasing power or exchange rate of mone ...
Insured Bond
Bond with interest and principal payments guaranteed by a private insurance company. Usually, insured bonds are seen as a feature of municipal bond ...
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Health Savings Account: Introduction
In essence, health savings account shoulders any health- and medical-related expenses that are not included in the high-deductible health plan. Pay ...
A Guide to Your Personal Income Tax: Steps to Take before April 15
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Buying a Home: Looking for an Agent
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