Investment Glossary

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A company's debt expressed as a percentage of its equity capital.

A municipal bond backed by the full taxing power of the issuing municipality.

See Government National Mortgage Association.

Securities delivered to the broker from the seller, properly endorsed to be delivered to the buyer.

An order that remains open until it is either executed or canceled.

The intangible asset of a company, such as a strong brand name or reputation.

See Government National Mortgage Association.

Debt security issued by the U.S. government.

A government corporation that provides primary mortgages through bond issuances. Its securities are called Ginnie Maes.

The net sales before tax minus cost of sales.

Mutual funds that invest in companies whose earnings are expected to grow, sacrificing some future profits in order to provide current income.

Stock of a company in an emerging young industry.

See Good 'Til Canceled.