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What is one potential downside of consulting commercial bankers for investment advice?
What is one potential downside of consulting commercial bankers for investment advice?
- They often have superficial knowledge of securities. (correct)
- They only advise on real estate investments.
- They are primarily focused on high-net-worth clients.
- They provide advice at a high cost.
Which of the following sources of investment advice charges fees for their services?
Which of the following sources of investment advice charges fees for their services?
- The investor's commercial bank
- Independent investment counsel (correct)
- The advisory department of a small trust company
- Investment banking house
What issue may arise from relying on investment banking houses for advice?
What issue may arise from relying on investment banking houses for advice?
- They typically charge a consulting fee.
- They might offer advice that is too conservative.
- They may prioritize their own financial interests over unbiased advice. (correct)
- Their recommendations are often outdated.
Which statement about the 'blue-sky flotation' practice is most accurate?
Which statement about the 'blue-sky flotation' practice is most accurate?
What kind of protection can consulting with advisors, such as a commercial bank, afford smaller investors?
What kind of protection can consulting with advisors, such as a commercial bank, afford smaller investors?
Flashcards
Investment Counsel
Investment Counsel
Providing investment guidance to clients, typically for a fee.
Blue-Sky Flotation
Blue-Sky Flotation
Securities sold at inflated prices, often misleadingly presented.
Investment Banking Houses
Investment Banking Houses
Financial institutions that underwrite and sell securities, potentially influencing advice with their own interests.
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