Asset Under Management (AUM)
Asset Under Management (AUM) refers to the total market value of the investments that a financial institution or investment manager controls on behalf of clients.
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Absolute return is a financial strategy focused on achieving positive returns regardless of market conditions by exploiting market inefficiencies and employing techniques like short selling, derivatives, and leveraging.
Accredited Investor
An accredited investor is an individual or entity permitted to invest in unregistered securities due to their financial knowledge and ability to absorb potential losses, typically meeting specific income or net worth criteria.
Activist Investing
Activist investing is a strategy where investors acquire significant stakes in public companies to influence management decisions and drive changes that enhance shareholder value.
Add-On Acquisition
An add-on acquisition is a strategic move where a company acquires another company to bolster its capabilities or expand its market presence.
Alpha Generation
Alpha generation refers to the process of generating excess returns on an investment relative to a benchmark index or the overall market.
Angel Investor
An angel investor is an individual who provides capital to startups or early-stage companies in exchange for equity or convertible debt.
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