Tag: economics

KES (Kenyan Shilling)

What is 'KES' The currency abbreviation or currency symbol for the Kenyan shilling (KES), the currency for Kenya. The Kenyan shilling is...

J-Curve Effect

DefinitionA J curve is any of a variety of J-shaped diagrams where a curve initially falls, then steeply rises above the starting point. J-Curve...

XDIS

DefinitionThe Independence Party is a liberal-conservative and Eurosceptic political party in Iceland. It is currently the largest party in the Althing, with 16 seats....

S&P Phenomenon

What is 'S&P Phenomenon' The tendency for a stock that has been recently added to the S&P composite index to experience a...

ZEW Economic Sentiment

What is 'ZEW Economic Sentiment' A monthly economic survey. The ZEW Economic Sentiment is an almalgamation of the sentiments of approximately 350...

A.M. Best

What is 'A.M. Best' A.M. Best is a ratings agency focused on the worldwide insurance industry. Founded in New York City in...

T Distribution

What is 'T Distribution' A type of probability distribution that is theoretical and resembles a normal distribution. A T distribution differs from...
Emerging and growth-leading economies

Emerging and Growth-leading Economies (EAGLE)

What are emerging and growth-leading economies (EAGLE) Emerging and growth-leading economies are those that are experiencing rapid economic growth. This can be due to a...

KSOP

What is 'KSOP' A qualified retirement plan that combines an employee's stock ownership plan (ESOP) with a 401(k). Under this type of...

OTC

Over-the-counter (OTC) refers to the process of how securities are traded for companies not listed on a formal exchange. Securities that are traded...