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Capitalization rates, also called “cap rates,” are a way to determine the value of buildings like offices, shops, and apartment buildings that make money. It’s the amount of money you make in a year from rent, divided by how much the building is worth. Cap rates are shown as a percentage, like 5% or 7%….

Capitalization means different things depending on how you use the word. When talking about companies and money, capitalization usually refers to one of three things: Company’s capital structure The first meaning of capitalization is about how much money a company has and where that money comes from. Every company needs some amount of money to…

Capital surplus is extra money a company has. This money is not from the normal business of the company. There are a few ways a company can get capital surplus: Selling stock for more than par value Companies can sell shares of their stock. Each share has a “par value”. This is the lowest price…

Capital structure is how a company pays for what it needs to run its business. It’s the mix of different kinds of borrowed money (debt) and ownership (equity) that a company has. Companies raise money from lenders and owners to buy things like buildings, equipment, and supplies. The money a company gets is listed on…

A convertible note is a type of investment startups use to raise money. It’s a loan that can change into part ownership in the company. Convertible notes are loans When a startup needs cash, it can ask investors for a convertible note. The investor gives the company money. The startup promises to pay the money…

A capital note is a special kind of bond. Banks and bank holding companies issue them. They have some unique features compared to regular corporate bonds. Capital notes can count toward a bank’s Tier 2 capital. This helps the bank meet rules about how much money it needs to have. The rules make sure banks…

Capital movement means money can go to different places to try to make more money. This could mean investing in other things, like stocks, bonds, real estate, or starting a business. It could also mean moving money to a different country. When it’s easy for money to move around without too many costs or rules…

A capital markets subsidiary is a company owned by an insurer, reinsurer, or commercial bank. This company handles complex deals related to raising money in capital markets. Capital markets are places where companies and governments raise money by selling stocks, bonds and other investments. The capital markets subsidiary specializes in the kinds of deals normally…

Capital markets are the places where people buy and sell investments. The main investments traded are stocks, bonds, and derivatives. There are two types of capital markets: primary markets and secondary markets. Primary Markets Primary markets are where new investments are sold for the first time. When a company wants to raise money, they can…

A capital loss happens when you sell something for less than what you paid for it. This thing you sell is called an asset. An asset can be stocks, bonds, property, or other investments. The difference between the price you paid and the price you sold it for is your capital loss. Let’s say you…