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Ethical Wall (Chinese Wall) in Finance: Definition, Examples, and Regulations

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is an Ethical Wall (Chinese Wall)? "Chinese wall," an insensitive term that has been replaced with "ethical wall," refers to a virtual barrier designed to stop information sharing…

Capital Markets: What They Are and How They Work

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Are Capital Markets? Capital markets are the financial exchanges, which exist so that companies and governments in need of cash to operate or expand can sell assets…

Clawback: Definition, Meaning, How It Works, and Example

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is a Clawback? A clawback is a contractual provision requiring that money that's already paid to an employee must be returned to an employer or benefactor, sometimes…

What Is Clearing? Definition, How It Works, and Example

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Clearing? Clearing is the process where a financial trade settles, and securities and money officially change hands. When you buy securities through a broker, it can take…

Collateral: Definition, Types, and Examples

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Collateral? Collateral is a valuable asset that a borrower pledges as security for a loan, serving thus as a guarantee for the lender. For example, when a…

What It Is, Types of Economies, Economic Indicators

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is an Economy? An economy is a complex system of consumers, businesses, and governments that produce, consume, and distribute goods and services, combining to fulfill the needs of…