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Hands on investorAn investor who has a large stake in a corporation and takes an active role in its management. Antithesis of hands-off investor.Hands on investor Similar MatchesSecurities Investor Protection CorporationSecurities Investor Protection CorporationIn the US, a non profit organisation which provides insurance for cash and securities in customer accounts held by approved brokerage firms. Brokers and dealers registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission are obliged to be members of SIPC. In the event that such a firm fails, investors are covered up to a maximum of $500,000 of which no more than $100,000 can be cash. Investors service bureauInvestors service bureauNYSE service that deals with all general inquiries concerning NYSE NYSE. Retail investorsRetail investorsSmall individual investors who commit capital for their personal account rather than on behalf of another company. 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. American Association of Individual Investors (AAII)American Association of Individual Investors (AAII)A not-for-profit organization to educate individual investors about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other financial instruments. Further Suggestionsinstitutional investorInvestor relations retail investor Accredited investor expert investor Long term investor American Association of Individual Investors National Association of Investors Corporation Building Societies Investor Protection Scheme Small investor Investor Protection Scheme National Association of Investors Corporation Angel investor Hands off investor Investor fallout Individual Investor Express Delivery Service Nonaccredited investor Moodys investors service |
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