What is Reflation? Reflation refers to a fiscal or monetary policy (or policies) aimed towards stimulating the economy (i.e., increasing the level of economic activity) and combating deflation. It is used to restore long-run inflation, reduce the time span of an economic contraction, or reignite an expansionary business cycle. Reflation may also be used to describe…
What is Paper Trading? Paper trading is a form of simulated trading where an individual makes trades without committing real money. This is done by writing the trade on paper (hence the term “paper trading”) rather than placing a real order through a brokerage. Understanding Paper Trading Paper trading is frequently used by first-time traders…
What is Revenge Spending? Revenge spending, also known as revenge buying, is used to characterize the incremental increase in consumer spending (versus normal levels) after an unprecedented adverse economic event (for example, the COVID-19 pandemic). In simpler terms, revenge spending is the urge to spend money to make up for lost time. How Revenge Spending…
What is Capitulation? Capitulation refers to a situation in which investors/traders liquidate their existing long stock position during an extended stock price decline. It can be viewed as the moment in which investors/traders lose hope in their long position and accept losses. Understanding Capitulation Capitulation, derived from the military, means to give up or surrender….
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What is a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)? A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is a federally insured reverse mortgage that allows senior citizens to obtain a loan based on the value of their homes. “Home Equity” in HECM Home equity refers to the difference between a home’s value and the amount owed on a…
Who is a Fiduciary? A fiduciary is an individual (or business) that pledges to prioritize the beneficiary’s interest by avoiding any conflicts of interest that arise in the duty of good faith, trust, and loyalty towards the beneficiary. Fiduciary Relationships Fiduciary relationships are characterized by the beneficiary’s vulnerability and the fiduciary’s knowledge and control. Fiduciaries…
What is Tapering? Tapering is a term used in finance to describe a reduction of monetary stimulus provided by central authorities to the capital markets. Understanding Tapering In times of weak economic growth or extraordinary stress, such accommodative monetary stimulus may have been implemented in the form of low policy rates, looser regulatory ratios, or…
What is Industry Knowledge? Industry knowledge is a term that describes the accumulation of knowledge and awareness of the intricacies of what is happening in specific industries of interest. Knowledge of an industry from a stakeholder’s perspective can never be overemphasized. Industry knowledge results in improved revenues for a business, enhanced chances of getting hired…
What is Zcash? Zcash is a cryptocurrency built on a decentralized blockchain that uses advanced applied cryptography to provide enhanced security and privacy through shielded addresses. It was originally built on an open-source code similar to Bitcoin. Zcash is mainly focused on anonymity, which is realized through the use of zk-SNARKs, a specific type of…
