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Hands off investorAn investor who has a large stake in a company, but does not wish to play an active role in the management of the corporation.Hands off investor Similar MatchesInvestors service bureauInvestors service bureauNYSE service that deals with all general inquiries concerning NYSE NYSE. Investors Compensation SchemeInvestors Compensation SchemeA compensation scheme for investors with operating rules set by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). This scheme was replaced by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) in December 2001.The FSCS may be able to assist private investors if the firm with whom an investment was made is fully authorised and has gone into default and cannot pay out claims. No compensation can be sought when investment values decrease as a result of market trends or inflation. The maximum amount claimable under the FSCS is £48,000 which comprises the first £30,000 in full and 90% of the next £20,000. Note: An authorised firm must have satisfied the FSA that it is 'fit and proper' to conduct investment business. A list of authorised firms, known as the Central Register is maintained by the FSA. However members of Recognised Professional Bodies (RPBs) such as solicitors are not included in the ICS and operate their own compensation arrangements. Long term investorLong term investorA person who makes investments for a period of at least five years in order to finance his or her long-term goals. Angel investorAngel investorA private individual (someone who is not affiliated with a venture capital or investment firm) who invests money (and often time as well) in promising entrepreneurial ventures. Building Societies Investor Protection SchemeBuilding Societies Investor Protection SchemeA scheme set up to give limited protection to people with share and/or deposit accounts in authorised building societies which fail. Building societies are regulated and supervised by the Financial Services Authority and this scheme was replaced by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) in December 2001. In the case of an authorised building society being wound up there is a provision to pay compensation of 90% of a person's shares and/or deposits up to a set maximum. Further SuggestionsSecurities Investor Protection Corporationinstitutional investor American Association of Individual Investors Moodys investors service Investor fallout retail investor expert investor Retail investors American Association of Individual Investors (AAII) Investor relations Investor Protection Scheme Small investor National Association of Investors Corporation Nonaccredited investor Accredited investor Individual Investor Express Delivery Service National Association of Investors Corporation Hands on investor |
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