Principles of Finance: Common Terms
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A liability refers to resources owned by an individual or company.

False

Equity is the ownership interest in an asset after liabilities are deducted.

True

The balance sheet shows revenue and expenses over a period.

False

A bond is a share representing ownership in a company.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Liquidity refers to the potential for loss or the uncertainty of returns.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Profit is generated when revenue exceeds expenses.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A mutual fund is an investment vehicle that pools money from multiple investors.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Capital refers to the sum of all loans taken by a company.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a budget in finance?

<p>To plan for income and expenses over a specific period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes cash flow?

<p>It is the movement of money in and out of a business.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an asset?

<p>A resource owned by an individual or company.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does market capitalization represent?

<p>The total market value of a company's outstanding shares.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is profit calculated?

<p>Revenue minus expenses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do dividends represent?

<p>A portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of an income statement?

<p>To detail revenue and expenses over a period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the uncertainty regarding potential losses from an investment?

<p>Risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Common Financial Terms

  • Asset: Valuable resources owned by individuals or companies; can include cash, real estate, and equipment.
  • Liability: Financial obligations that represent debts owed to outside parties, such as loans and accounts payable.
  • Equity: Represents ownership value in an asset after subtracting liabilities, indicating the net worth of an entity.
  • Investment: The strategic allocation of funds into various assets to generate financial returns over time.
  • Revenue: Total income earned from core business operations, critical for measuring a company's performance.
  • Expense: Costs incurred during business operations in the pursuit of generating revenue; includes salaries, rent, and materials.
  • Profit: Financial gain achieved when total revenue surpasses total expenses, indicating a successful operation.
  • Loss: Financial setback occurring when expenses exceed revenues; reflects operational inefficiency or adverse market conditions.
  • Cash Flow: Reflects the inflow and outflow of cash within a business, important for maintaining solvency and operational capacity.
  • Balance Sheet: A snapshot of a company's financial position, detailing assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific date.
  • Income Statement: A financial statement summarizing revenues and expenses over a period, used to assess profitability.
  • Budget: A planned financial outline detailing anticipated income and expenses within a specific timeframe, assisting in financial management.
  • Capital: Financial assets or resources earmarked for investment purposes to generate future returns.
  • Dividend: A share of a company's profits distributed to shareholders, typically reflecting a company’s profitability.
  • Interest: The cost incurred for borrowing funds, expressed as a percentage of the principal amount borrowed, often generated as a return on savings.
  • Stock: A unit of ownership in a company that represents a claim on its assets and earnings.
  • Bond: A fixed-income investment that serves as a loan from the investor to the borrower, typically pays periodic interest until maturity.
  • Mutual Fund: A collective investment vehicle that pools money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of securities.
  • Portfolio: A mix of financial assets such as stocks, bonds, and cash holdings managed to balance risk versus return.
  • Risk: The potential for financial loss associated with an investment, considering the uncertainty of returns.
  • Return: Profit or loss generated from an investment; key measure for assessing the effectiveness of an investment strategy.
  • Liquidity: The degree to which an asset can be quickly converted into cash without significantly affecting its price.
  • Debt: Borrowed money that requires repayment, often with interest; includes loans, credit cards, and mortgages.
  • Credit: The capacity to borrow funds or receive goods before full payment, based on the borrower’s creditworthiness.
  • Market Capitalization: The total value of a company's outstanding shares, providing an indication of its size and market value.

Common Financial Terms

  • Asset: Valuable resources owned by individuals or companies; can include cash, real estate, and equipment.
  • Liability: Financial obligations that represent debts owed to outside parties, such as loans and accounts payable.
  • Equity: Represents ownership value in an asset after subtracting liabilities, indicating the net worth of an entity.
  • Investment: The strategic allocation of funds into various assets to generate financial returns over time.
  • Revenue: Total income earned from core business operations, critical for measuring a company's performance.
  • Expense: Costs incurred during business operations in the pursuit of generating revenue; includes salaries, rent, and materials.
  • Profit: Financial gain achieved when total revenue surpasses total expenses, indicating a successful operation.
  • Loss: Financial setback occurring when expenses exceed revenues; reflects operational inefficiency or adverse market conditions.
  • Cash Flow: Reflects the inflow and outflow of cash within a business, important for maintaining solvency and operational capacity.
  • Balance Sheet: A snapshot of a company's financial position, detailing assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific date.
  • Income Statement: A financial statement summarizing revenues and expenses over a period, used to assess profitability.
  • Budget: A planned financial outline detailing anticipated income and expenses within a specific timeframe, assisting in financial management.
  • Capital: Financial assets or resources earmarked for investment purposes to generate future returns.
  • Dividend: A share of a company's profits distributed to shareholders, typically reflecting a company’s profitability.
  • Interest: The cost incurred for borrowing funds, expressed as a percentage of the principal amount borrowed, often generated as a return on savings.
  • Stock: A unit of ownership in a company that represents a claim on its assets and earnings.
  • Bond: A fixed-income investment that serves as a loan from the investor to the borrower, typically pays periodic interest until maturity.
  • Mutual Fund: A collective investment vehicle that pools money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of securities.
  • Portfolio: A mix of financial assets such as stocks, bonds, and cash holdings managed to balance risk versus return.
  • Risk: The potential for financial loss associated with an investment, considering the uncertainty of returns.
  • Return: Profit or loss generated from an investment; key measure for assessing the effectiveness of an investment strategy.
  • Liquidity: The degree to which an asset can be quickly converted into cash without significantly affecting its price.
  • Debt: Borrowed money that requires repayment, often with interest; includes loans, credit cards, and mortgages.
  • Credit: The capacity to borrow funds or receive goods before full payment, based on the borrower’s creditworthiness.
  • Market Capitalization: The total value of a company's outstanding shares, providing an indication of its size and market value.

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