Get smart about money! This part of our site is all about the stuff they teach in business school. We’ll walk you through the ins and outs of cash, banks, stocks, and big money numbers. It’s not as hard as it sounds—we make it so easy that even a kid could understand.
We’ve got many articles on running a company, tracking where your money goes, and how the money world works. Our guides will give you the lowdown on accounting, which is just a fancy word for keeping track of your dollars. We’ll also dive into economics—the big picture of how money moves around town and worldwide.
Don’t worry about getting lost in the jargon. We’ll break it down into plain English, a cinch to read. No need to be a math whiz either. You’re all set if you can count to ten and know your pluses from your minuses. We’ll avoid the head-scratching theories and stick to the essential bits.
So, this is the spot for you whether you’re keen to start your own biz, get a handle on your piggy bank, or just want to sound smart at parties. We’ve got your back with the inside scoop on all things money. Let’s get cracking!
An economic depression happens when a country’s economy gets much smaller very quickly and stays bad for a long time. Many people lose their jobs, stores close down, and things get cheaper because nobody has money to buy them. Main Signs of a Depression Jobs Disappear During a depression, many companies cut jobs or closed…
Depreciation means something loses its value over time. Think about a new car – it’s worth less money after you drive it for a few years. This happens to many things businesses own, from computers to factory machines. Types of Depreciation Physical Asset Depreciation When we talk about physical things losing value, we mean stuff…
The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation serves as the main organization that helps people buy and sell stocks and other investments in the United States. It started in 1972 and works behind the scenes to make sure money and ownership records move safely between buyers and sellers. Think of all the stocks that trade each…
A depositary works as an authorized agent who can put money and other valuable items into special places called depository institutions. These institutions include banks, companies that deal with stocks and bonds, and savings and loan organizations. Think of them as the trusted helpers who make sure money gets to the right place safely. Main…
A deposit note represents a simple debt instrument banks use to borrow money. Banks in the United States issue these notes to raise funds they need for their operations. Think of it as an IOU from the bank – they promise to pay back the borrowed money plus interest after a set period. How Deposit…
Deposit insurance keeps your money safe when you put it in a bank. It stops you from losing your savings if your bank runs into trouble or closes down. Many countries around the world have deposit insurance systems to protect people’s money and make them feel secure about using banks. How Deposit Insurance Works Banks…
Money moves through banks all around the world. Banks lend money to each other for short periods, and they need ways to protect themselves from changes in interest rates. This is where deposit futures come in handy. Deposit futures help banks and other financial companies manage their risk when interest rates change. A deposit future…
Google keeps track of many things when people use its search engine. They save what words we type, when we search, and which websites we click on. They do this through several ways – they look at our IP addresses, use cookies, and check if we’re signed into our Google accounts. Why Google Watches Our…
A bank deposit happens when you give your money to a bank for safekeeping. The bank promises to keep it safe and give it back when you want it. Many people around the world put their money in banks every day. What Makes a Bank Deposit? The Basic Idea When you put money in a…
Demutualization occurs when a company owned by its members becomes owned by shareholders. Many insurance companies and stock exchanges used to be mutual organizations, which meant the customers who bought insurance or traded stocks also owned the company. Through demutualization, these member-owned companies sell shares to the public and become regular corporations listed on stock…
