A preliminary announcement, or 'prelim', is an early, often unverified, disclosure of information. It serves to gauge interest and gather…
Precipice bonds are high-yield debt instruments that carry a significant risk of default. Often issued by companies with weak financial…
A Ponzi scheme is a fraudulent investment operation where early investors are paid with the money of new investors. It…
A personal loan is a versatile financial tool that allows individuals to borrow a fixed amount of money, repaid over…
Operating profit/loss measures a company's profitability from its core business operations before accounting for interest and taxes. It's a key…
An oligopoly is a market structure dominated by a small number of large firms. These firms often have significant market…
An offshore account is a bank account held in a jurisdiction outside of one's country of residence. It offers benefits…
The Nikkei 225 is a stock market index for the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It comprises 225 top-rated Japanese companies, serving…
The national debt represents the total amount of money a country's government owes to its creditors. It accumulates through government…