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What is the Federal Open Market Committee?
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is the monetary policy-making body of the Federal Reserve System.
The FOMC makes the decision on “raising” or “lowering” interest rates, which refers to moves in the federal funds rate. The FOMC consists of 12 members, which is comprised of the seven members of the Board of Governors and 5 of the 12 Reserve Bank presidents.
The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York always has a seat on the FOMC, while the other presidents rotate for one year terms. This policy-making body meets eight times a year to decide monetary policy, which consists of setting the benchmark interest rate and make decisions regarding the supply of money. All dependent on economic conditions.
What are Telecom Stocks?
Telecom is short for telecommunication, and it includes companies involved in the important business of communication
What are the Risks Associated With Stocks?
Stocks are inherently risky, and an investor has risk of capital loss. As with most things in life, no risk yields no...
Where Can I Get Help With My IRA Investments?
For more help on managing your investments in your IRA, check out more articles, definitions, and FAQs here at Tickeron
What is a Monte Carlo Simulation?
A Monte Carlo Simulation outlines the many possible outcomes of a situation, as well as the probability any will occur
What does diversification mean?
Diversification is the strategy of owning securities with different risk attributes to mitigate total risk in a portfolio
What does “Buy-Side” Mean?
The “buy side” refers to businesses in the financial services industry such as pensions, mutual funds, and asset managers
What is Cash Available for Distribution?
Cash Available for Distribution is a term used in REITs for the balance of earnings left over after expenses have been paid
What is the foreign credit insurance association?
The Foreign Credit Insurance Association protects American businesses from non-payment in international trade deals
What is a foreign tax credit?
A foreign tax credit allows a citizen who earned income in another country to reduce their domestic income taxes owed
What is Housing Expense Ratio?
When deciding whether to issue a mortgage loan to a customer, a bank or lender will look at the housing expense ratio...