Fixed Income Investments Quiz
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Fixed Income Investments Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What distinguishes fixed-income securities from equity securities?

Fixed-income securities require payments of a fixed amount on a fixed schedule.

What legal protection do bond holders have in the event of a bankruptcy?

They would be repaid after the liquidation of assets.

Why might a company raise money?

To finance an acquisition, buy equipment, or invest in new product development.

What determines the terms on which investors will finance a company?

<p>The risk profile of the company.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of income for equity securities?

<p>Dividends or any other form of income.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fixed-Income Securities vs. Equity Securities

  • Fixed-income securities provide a regular income stream to investors through interest payments, whereas equity securities represent ownership in a company and offer the potential for capital appreciation.
  • In the event of a bankruptcy, bondholders have a higher claim on a company's assets than shareholders, as they are considered creditors.

Raising Money

  • Companies raise money for various reasons, including: • Financing new projects or ventures • Expanding existing operations • Refinancing debt • Repurchasing shares

Determining Financing Terms

  • The terms on which investors will finance a company depend on factors such as: • The company's creditworthiness • Market conditions • The level of risk involved in the investment • The expected return on investment

Equity Securities' Primary Source of Income

  • The primary source of income for equity securities is capital appreciation, which occurs when the value of the shares increases over time.

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Test your knowledge of fixed income investments and securities with this quiz. Explore the concepts of bonds, interest rates, and payment schedules in the world of fixed-income investing.

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