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DefinitionA capital gain refers to profit that results from a sale of a capital asset, such as stock, bond or real estate, where the...

What is 'Impose' The act of placing a fee, levy, tax or charge on an asset or transaction to the detriment of...

What is 'Quid Pro Quo' A Latin phrase meaning "something for something". This term is typically used in financial circles to describe...

What is 'False Market' A market where prices are manipulated and impacted by erroneous information, preventing the efficient negotiation of prices. These...

What is 'Fair Trade Investing' Investing in companies or projects that promote fair trade with producers in developing nations. Basic fair trade...

Willful or wanton disregard Willful or wanton conduct means the actions of one party were done with a conscious and reckless disregard for another person's...

What is 'War Risk' 1. The possibility that an investment will lose value because of a major, violent political upheaval. War generates...

What is a weak dollar and what are the effects A weak dollar is when the value of the U.S. dollar decreases compared to other...

What is 'Gapping' In general, a trading strategy in which the participant borrows short and lends long. This strategy gives the lender an overall better...

DefinitionTax deferral refers to instances where a taxpayer can delay paying taxes to some future period. In theory, the net taxes paid should be...