Horizontal Merger Explained
A horizontal merger combines two companies operating in the same industry and…
Half Year: Understanding the Midpoint of the Year
A half year marks the completion of six months, representing the midpoint…
Guaranteed Annuity Rate
A guaranteed annuity rate secures a future interest rate for your annuity,…
Golden Handshake
A golden handshake is a generous severance package offered to executives upon…
Golden Handcuffs: Understanding Financial Incentives in Employment
Golden handcuffs are financial incentives designed to retain employees, often through stock…
Futures Contracts Explained
Futures are standardized legal agreements to buy or sell an asset at…
Financial Year
The financial year, or fiscal year, is a 12-month period used for…
Ethical Investment: Investing with Values
Ethical investment, also known as socially responsible investing (SRI), integrates environmental, social,…
Equity Derivatives Explained
Equity derivatives are financial contracts whose value is derived from underlying stocks…
Endowment Policy Explained
An endowment policy is a life insurance contract that pays out a…
