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Contrarian

Definition: Contrarian is a term used to describe someone who takes a position that is opposite to the majority or popular opinion. Meaning: Opposite: Contractors take positions that are opposite to the prevailing beliefs or ideas. Deviant: They deviate from the mainstream or conventional thinking. Heretical: Their views may be considered heretical or unorthodox by […]

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Moving Average

Moving Average A moving average is a type of smoothing average that calculates the average of a set of numbers by taking a weighted average of the previous n periods. The weight of each period decreases exponentially as it gets further from the current period. Formula: MA = (w1 * x1 + w2 * x2 […]

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Transfer Pricing

Transfer Pricing Transfer pricing is a tax planning technique that involves manipulating the prices of goods, services, and intangible assets between related companies to avoid paying taxes in one jurisdiction and shifting profits to another. How Transfer Pricing Works: Related companies: Two or more companies that are controlled by the same parent company are involved. […]

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Credit Inquiry

Definition: A credit inquiry is a request made by a lender to a credit reporting agency for information about a borrower’s credit history. This information is typically used to assess a borrower’s credit worthiness and credit capacity. Types of Credit Inquiries: Soft Inquiry: This is a inquiry initiated by the borrower themselves or by a […]

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Commodity Swap

Commodity Swap A commodity swap is a type of over-the-counter (OTC) derivative contract that exchanges the payments for the delivery of one commodity for the payments for the delivery of another commodity. How Commodity Swaps Work: Underlying Commodities: Two commodities are selected as the underlying assets for the swap. Notional Amount: A notional amount, typically […]

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Rolling Returns

Rolling Returns Rolling returns is a technique in quantitative finance that calculates returns for a portfolio or security over a set of time periods, typically moving windows of time. This method allows investors to assess the performance of an asset or portfolio over different time horizons and provides a more dynamic view of its returns. […]

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Closed Economy

Closed Economy A closed economy is a system of economic exchange in which a country or region restricts trade and investment with other countries. In a closed economy, the majority of goods and services are produced domestically, and there is minimal reliance on imports and exports. Characteristics of a Closed Economy: 1. Limited Trade and […]

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Cyclical Unemployment

Cyclical Unemployment Cyclical unemployment is a type of unemployment that occurs when there is a general shortage of jobs in the economy. It is caused by fluctuations in economic activity, particularly industrial production and employment. Causes of Cyclical Unemployment: Demand shocks: Events that increase or decrease demand for labor, such as technological advancements, changes in […]

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Retail Banking

Retail banking refers to the banking services provided directly to individual customers, rather than to corporations or other businesses. These services include: Deposits: Checking accounts Savings accounts Money market accounts Certificates Money transfers Loans: Mortgages Auto loans Personal loans Credit cards Lines of credit Other services: Payment processing Money orders Traveler’s checks Foreign exchange Investment […]

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