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Institution

An organization, probably very large, engaged in professional investing in securities. Normally a bank, insurance company, or mutual fund.



Institution

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Depository institution

Depository institution

A financial institution that obtains its funds mainly through deposits from the public. This includes commercial banks, savings and loan associations, savings banks and credit unions. Although historically they have broadened their powers in recent years. For example, NOW accounts, credit union share drafts and other services similar to checking accounts may be offered by thrift institutions.


Institutional broker

Institutional broker

A broker who buys and sells securities for institutional investors such as banks, and mutual funds, pensions.


Institutional Lenders

Institutional Lenders

Banks, savings and loan associations and other businesses which make loans to the public in the ordinary course of business, rather than individuals, or companies which may make loans to employees.


Financial institution

Financial institution

An institution which accepts funds from the public and reinvests in bank deposits, bonds and stocks etc. These include banks and insurance companies. In the UK a building society would be included.


Institutional investor

Institutional investor

A financial institution which invests large amounts of money in the stock, bond and other financial markets. e.g. a pension or insurance fund. Contrast with an individual or 'retail' investor investing his or her own money.


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