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Investment banking
Of or relating to the business of underwriting, or acting as the client's agent, in the issuance of securities in order to assist an individual, commercial enterprise, corporation or government instution ro raise capital.
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Investment banking
stock index future
Banking; Investment banking
Forward contract based on the development of specific stock exchange indexes. See also financial future.
commitment commission
Banking; Investment banking
Fee charged by banks (usually on a quarterly basis) for credit lines granted but not drawn on during the agreed loan period.
permanent holdings
Banking; Investment banking
Long-term investment in another company, e.g. through the acquisition of shares (an equity interest). Unlike investing in fixed-interest securities, primarily to benefit from the expected return ...
contingent liability
Banking; Investment banking
A liability which will come into definite existence only on the occurrence of a specific event, e.g. bank liability arising from acceptance, guarantees and letters of credit. Contingent liabilities ...
gold
Banking; Investment banking
Gold is one element in the collective term for precious metals. Precious metals are characterized by their chemical durability, valuable physical properties and attractive appearance. Only gold, ...
placement on commission
Banking; Investment banking
The placement of securities by the issuer at his/her own risk. The banks act as subscription agents and obtain a placement commission for any subscriptions effected through their efforts. See also: ...
right to move mortgage to higher order of priority
Banking; Investment banking
Right of the creditor next in order of priority to move up to the vacant place in the land register.