Financial Terms Dictionary – Page 182 – itho's internet resources

What Is a Business? Understanding Different Types and Company Sizes

By Itho November 26, 2003

[ad_1] What Is a Business? The term "business" refers to an organization or enterprising entity that engages in commercial, industrial, or professional activities. The purpose of a business is to…

A Guide to Long-Term Success

By Itho November 26, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Buy and Hold? Buy and hold is a passive strategy where an investor buys stocks or ETFs and keeps them over a long period, despite market ups…

[ad_1] What Is a Dependent? A dependent relies on someone else for financial support. Dependents can include children or other relatives. Taxpayers with a dependent can claim a dependency exemption on their…

Economic Depression Explained: Causes, Impacts, and Examples

By Itho November 26, 2003

[ad_1] What Is a Depression? A depression is a severe and prolonged downturn in economic activity. A depression may be defined as an extreme recession that lasts three or more…

What Is Dilution in Trading? Definition and Examples

By Itho November 26, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Dilution? Dilution occurs when a company issues new shares that result in a decrease in existing stockholders' ownership percentage of that company. Stock dilution can also occur…

Understanding Distressed Securities: Risks, Opportunities, and Examples

By Itho November 26, 2003

[ad_1] What Are Distressed Securities? Distressed securities are financial instruments issued by a company that is near to—or currently going through—bankruptcy. Distressed securities can include common and preferred shares, bank debt, trade…