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Small 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.Small capitalization (small cap) fund Similar MatchesCapitalization methodCapitalization methodA method of constructing a replicating portfolio in which the manager purchases a number of the most highly capitalized names in the stock index in proportion to their capitalization. Nasdaq 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. Capitalization tableCapitalization tableA table showing the capitalization of a firm, which typically includes the amount of capital obtained from each source - long-term debt and common equity - and the respective capitalization ratios. Leveraged recapitalizationLeveraged recapitalizationOften used in risk arbitrage. A public company takes on significant additional debt with the purpose of either paying an extraordinary dividend or repurchasing shares, leaving the public shareholders with a continuing interest in a more financially leveraged company. Popular form of shark repellent See: Stub. Small capitalization (small cap) stocksSmall capitalization (small cap) stocksThe stocks of companies whose market value is less than $1 billion. Small-cap companies tend to grow faster than large-cap companies and typically use any stocks for expansion rather to pay dividends. They also are more volatile than large-cap companies, and have a higher failure rate. Further SuggestionsOvercapitalizationCapitalization rate Recapitalization proposal Capitalization ratios Total capitalization Capitalization Weighted Index |
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