Definition: Macroeconomics is that specialized field of economics which focuses on the overall economy. It works on the aggregate value of the various individual units, to determine its more substantial impact on the whole nation. All the prominent reforms and policies are based on this concept. For instance; the nation's income is computed as the per capita income, which is … [Read more...] about Macroeconomics
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Net Present Value (NPV)
Definition: The Net Present Value (NPV) is a means of evaluating the actual long-term profitability of an investment or a project through the initial outflow, future cash flows and time value of money. Also known as the discounted cash flow method, it backs the capital budgeting decisions of a company. It is an effective means of forecasting the future outcome of a … [Read more...] about Net Present Value (NPV)
Target-Date Fund (TDF)
Definition: A target-date fund (TDF) is a long-term investment plan comprising of equity, bonds and various other fixed-income securities, where this asset allocation rebalance with the declining risk-taking capacity of the investor while moving towards the target date. These investment plans are also termed as lifecycle funds since it keeps on rebalancing while heading … [Read more...] about Target-Date Fund (TDF)
Dividend Policy
Definition: A dividend policy can be defined as the dividend distribution guidelines provided by the board of directors of a company. It sets the parameter for delivering returns to the equity shareholders, on the capital invested by them in the business. While taking such decisions, the company has to maintain a proper balance between its debt and equity … [Read more...] about Dividend Policy
Real Estate Investing
Definition: Real estate investing refers to the purchase of property as an investment to generate income rather than using it as a primary residence. In simple terms, it can be understood as any land, building, infrastructure and other tangible property which is usually immovable but transferable. Some of the examples of real estate are a house, office building, agricultural … [Read more...] about Real Estate Investing
Capital Budgeting
Definition: Capital budgeting is the method of determining and estimating the potential of long-term investment options involving enormous capital expenditure. It is all about the company's strategic decision making, which acts as a milestone in the business. For Example; Let us now consider capital budgeting for buying a new printing machine by a publishing house. The … [Read more...] about Capital Budgeting
Foreign Exchange Market
Definition: The foreign exchange market or the 'forex market', is a system which establishes an international network allowing the buyers and sellers to carry out trade or exchange of currencies of different countries. A forex market can be stated as one of the most liquid financial markets which facilitate 'over-the-counter' exchange of currencies. In New York, advanced … [Read more...] about Foreign Exchange Market
Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
Definition: Capital asset pricing model (CAPM) is a tool used by investors, financial analysts and economists to study the relationship between the expected return from the investment and the systematic risk involved (measured in terms of Beta coefficient), by taking into consideration the expected overall market return and the risk-free rate of interest. Whenever an … [Read more...] about Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
Monetary Policy Vs Fiscal Policy
Both monetary policy and fiscal policy go hand in hand when it comes to the economic stability and growth of a nation. The most significant difference between the two is that monetary policy is introduced as a corrective measure by the central bank to control inflation or recession and strengthen the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Whereas, fiscal policy is implemented each year … [Read more...] about Monetary Policy Vs Fiscal Policy
Demand Forecasting
Definition: Demand forecasting refers to a scientific and creative approach for anticipating the demand of a particular commodity in the market based on past behaviour, experience, data and pattern of related events. It is not based on mere guessing or prediction but is backed up by evidence and past trends. Example: A printing press owner forecasts high demand for notebooks … [Read more...] about Demand Forecasting