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What Is the MSCI EAFE Index? Countries and Investment Insights

By Itho February 6, 2007

[ad_1] What Is the EAFE Index? The EAFE Index is a benchmark for international equities established by MSCI in 1986. The index is capitalization-weighted and focuses on midcap and large-cap…

What Is Exposure at Default (EAD)? Meaning and How To Calculate

By Itho August 18, 2006

[ad_1] Exposure at default (EAD) is the total value a bank is exposed to when a loan defaults. Financial institutions calculate their risk using the internal ratings-based (IRB) approach. Banks often…

Build-Operate-Transfer Contract: Definition, Risks, and Framework

By Itho August 3, 2006

[ad_1] What Is a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) Contract? A build-operate-transfer (BOT) contract is a model used to finance large projects, typically infrastructure projects developed through public-private partnerships. The BOT scheme refers to…

Understanding Central Counterparty Clearing Houses (CCPs) in Trading

By Itho July 7, 2006

[ad_1] A central counterparty clearing house (CCP) is an entity that facilitates trading in European derivatives and equities markets. Typically operated by the major banks in each country, CCPs are…

Demand Draft: Differences From Checks and Financial Benefits

By Itho June 29, 2006

[ad_1] What Is a Demand Draft? A demand draft enables individuals to transfer funds securely from one bank account to another. Unlike checks, demand drafts don’t require signatures to…

After-Tax Income: Overview and Calculations

What Is a DUNS Number? Business Identification Explained

By Itho June 20, 2006

[ad_1] What Is a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number? A Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number, created by Dun & Bradstreet, is a unique nine-digit identifier used to establish…