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What is the leverage effect in finance?
The leverage effect describes the effect of debt on the return on equity: Additional debt can increase the return on equity for the owner. If the interest...
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How did the United States finance World War II?
To a degree that will surprise many, the US funded its World War II effort largely by raising taxes and tapping into Americans’ personal savings. During t...
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What happens when you hit out-of-pocket maximum?
The out-of-pocket maximum is a limit on what you pay out on top of your premiums during a policy period for deductibles, coinsurance and copays. Once you ...
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When did Dow cross 1000?
November 14, 1972 On November 14, 1972, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) crossed the 1,000-point mark, 21,652 days after its inception on October 7...
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Can you buy shares of a sports team?
Several major companies have stakes in professional sports teams, or the companies have an affiliation with the owner. Unfortunately, buying shares in the...
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How are political parties financed?
Political parties are funded by contributions from multiple sources. One of the largest sources of funding comes from party members and individual support...
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What is total cost in finance?
Total cost refers to all of the costs incurred to make an investment, which includes the cost of the investment, plus any broker commissions, taxes, licen...
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What is the disadvantage of GAAP?
GAAP accounting provides management with a lot of tools in presenting the companies financial position. Such treatments for depreciation, deferred taxes, ...
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Is TSX open right now?
The Toronto Stock Exchange is open Monday through Friday from 9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-04:00). What time does TSX Open PST? Hours of Op...
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Will my insurance pay for the car I hit?
You can make an insurance claim for damage you caused to your own car if you have collision and/or comprehensive coverage. If you have a liability-only ca...
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