Securities

Block Trade
A large, privately negotiated securities transaction designed to minimize market impact.
Broker-Dealer (B-D)
A Broker-Dealer is a financial entity involved in the business of buying and selling securities for its own account and its customers.
Collateralized Mortgage Obligation (CMO)
A fun exploration into the world of CMOs, mortgage-backed securities, and the wonders of bundled investment.
Execution
Execution in finance refers to the completion of a buy or sell order for a security.
Fixed-Income Security
An investment providing fixed periodic interest payments and the eventual return of principal at maturity.
Flat
Flat refers to a situation where security prices are stable; neither rising nor falling.
Give-Up
A financial procedure where an executing broker places a trade on behalf of another broker and 'gives up' credit for that transaction.
Good Delivery
Understanding the requirements for the unimpaired transfer of ownership of securities.
Off-the-Run Treasuries
Understanding Off-the-Run Treasuries: The less recognized players in the Treasury market.
Offering Circular
An abbreviated prospectus provided for new security listings to inform potential investors.
Painting the Tape
Painting the tape is a market manipulation technique used to create the illusion of trading activity.

Jokes And Stocks

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