financial markets

Spot Market and Spot Price Explained

The spot market facilitates the immediate buying and selling of commodities or financial instruments at the current market price, known…

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Ratings Agencies: Understanding Their Role and Impact

Ratings agencies assess the creditworthiness of debt issuers and financial instruments. They provide independent opinions crucial for investors, influencing capital…

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Primary Discount Rate

The primary discount rate is the interest rate at which commercial banks can borrow money directly from the central bank.…

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New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

The New York Stock Exchange, or NYSE, is a prominent global stock exchange. It facilitates the trading of stocks and…

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Nasdaq

The Nasdaq Stock Market, often referred to as Nasdaq, is a global electronic market and one of the world's largest…

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Naked Short-Selling Explained

Naked short-selling involves selling borrowed shares without first confirming they can be borrowed. This practice carries significant risks for the…

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Merger

A merger is the combination of two or more companies into a single new entity. Typically, the companies involved are…

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Libor Rate: Understanding the Benchmark Interest Rate

The London Interbank Offered Rate (Libor) was a key benchmark interest rate reflecting the average interest rates at which major…

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Irrational Exuberance

A term describing excessive investor optimism and inflated asset prices detached from fundamental value. It signifies a market bubble driven…

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Hang Seng Index: A Comprehensive Overview

The Hang Seng Index (HSI) is a stock market index representing Hong Kong's largest and most liquid companies. It's a…

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