|
|
Margin account (stocks) |
|
|
|
 Home Site Map Add Term Search About Us Contributors |
Margin account (stocks)A leverageable account in which stocks can be purchased for a combination of cash and a loan. The loan in the margin account is collateralized by the stock; if the value of the stock drops sufficiently, the owner will be asked to either put in more cash, or sell a portion of the stock. Margin rules are federally regulated, but margin requirements and interest may vary among broker/dealers.Margin account (stocks) Similar MatchesIndividual retirement accountIndividual retirement accountIn the US, a tax-deferred retirement savings account which may be set up by people in employment. IRA contributions are tax deductible irrespective of income if neither spouse is a member of a qualified plan or trust. A person who is a member of a qualified plan may still deduct IRA contributions providing adjusted gross income is below a certain level. Although savings grow tax free over the term of the plan, when pension benefits are taken, they will be liable to tax. Growth accountingGrowth accountingDecomposition of the sources of economic growth into the contributions from increases in capital, labor, and other factors. What remains, called the Solow residual, is usually attributed to technology. Capital account deficitCapital account deficitDebits minus credits on capital account. See deficit. Account reconciliationAccount reconciliationThe reviewing and adjusting of the balance in a personal checkbook to match your bank statement. Active accountActive accountRefers to a brokerage account in which many transactions occur. Brokerage firms may levy a fee if an account generates an inadequate level of activity. Further SuggestionsRestricted accountUnmargined account statement of account I Impound Account House account Unit of account homeowners equity account joint account Account Party Account Management Profile System omnibus account books of account Accounting Standards Board Special bond account Transaction account Option account account payee Overdraft checking account Accounting liquidity Capital account balance Undermargined account Tax Exempt Special Savings Account Accrual Accounting Convention individual savings account Day of deposit to day of withdrawal account |
|
|
|