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Capitalization Weighted IndexA stock index which is computed by adding the capitalization (float times price) of each individual stock in the index, and then dividing by the divisor. The stocks with the largest market values have the heavist weighting in the index. See also Float, Divisor.Capitalization Weighted Index Similar MatchesNasdaq small capitalization companiesNasdaq small capitalization companiesA group of 2000 companies with relatively small capitalization, which are listed separately and have at least two market makers. OvercapitalizationOvercapitalizationSaid to occur when a firm cannot service its debt even though its deb../../finance-glossary/equity ratio is not excessive. Small capitalization (small cap) fundSmall capitalization (small cap) fundA mutual fund that invests primarily in mutual fund of companies whose market value is less than $1 billion. Small-cap stocks historically have been more volatile than large-cap stocks, and often perform differently from the overall market. Total capitalizationTotal capitalizationThe total long-term debt and all types of equity of a company that constitutes its capital structure. Recapitalization proposalRecapitalization proposalOften used in risk arbitrage. Plan by a target company to restructure its capitalization (debt and equity) in a way to ward off a hostile or potential suitor. Further SuggestionsCapitalization methodLeveraged recapitalization Capitalization rate Capitalization table Capitalization ratios Small capitalization (small cap) stocks |
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