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IMPORTANCE OF DEBENTURES AS A SOURCE OF FINANCE Debentures are a type of debt instrument used by companies to raise funds from the market. They offer a fixed rate of return to investors and are generally considered a safer investment option compared to equities. Here are some reasons why debentures are an important source of […]
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DEBENTURES OR BONDS AND ITS TYPES Debentures and bonds are both types of debt securities that companies and governments issue to raise funds. They are essentially a promise to pay back the principal amount borrowed along with interest over a certain period of time. Debentures are unsecured debt instruments that are backed only by the
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EQUITY SHARES AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS Equity shares, also known as common shares or ordinary shares, are a type of security that represents ownership in a company. When an investor purchases equity shares, they become a part owner of the company and are entitled to a share of the company’s profits and assets. Equity shares are
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INVESTMENT PHILOSOPHIES AND INVESTMENT PHILOSOPHIES Investment philosophies are the guiding principles that investors use to make decisions about how to invest their money. Here are some common investment philosophies: Value Investing: This philosophy involves looking for companies that are undervalued by the market, but have strong fundamentals, such as a solid balance sheet, positive cash
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FACTORS AFFECTING INVESTMENT DECISIONS There are several factors that can influence investment decisions, including: Risk tolerance: Investors have varying levels of risk tolerance, which can affect their investment decisions. Some investors are willing to take on higher levels of risk in pursuit of higher returns, while others prefer less risky investments. Time horizon: The length
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INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT Investment portfolio management refers to the process of overseeing and making decisions regarding a collection of investments, known as a portfolio. The goal of portfolio management is to maximize the returns on investment while minimizing the risk involved. There are several key steps involved in investment portfolio management: Defining investment objectives: The
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FEATURES OF AN IDEAL INVESTMENT PROGRAMME An ideal investment program should have the following features: Clear Investment Objectives: The investment program should have clear and specific investment objectives that are aligned with the investor’s goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Diversification: The investment program should diversify the investor’s portfolio across different asset classes such as
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OBJECTIVES OF INVESTMENT IN SECURITIES The objectives of investing in securities vary depending on the individual investor’s goals, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon. However, some common objectives of investing in securities are: Capital Appreciation: The primary objective of most investors is to increase the value of their investment over time. They invest in securities
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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN INVESTMENT AND SPECULATION Investment and speculation are two terms that are often used interchangeably but they have different meanings. Investment refers to the act of putting money into a venture or asset with the expectation of generating income or appreciation in the future. It involves a thorough analysis of the fundamentals of the
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NATURE AND SCOPE OF INVESTMENT ANALYSIS Investment analysis is the process of evaluating an investment opportunity to determine its potential for generating returns and to assess the risks involved. The scope of investment analysis covers various aspects of an investment, including financial, economic, and market conditions. The purpose of investment analysis is to help investors
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FREEHOLD INTERESTS Freehold interests refer to ownership rights in real property, which is land and any permanent structures attached to it. In a freehold interest, the owner has full control over the property, subject to any applicable laws and regulations. Unlike a leasehold interest, which is a temporary right to use and occupy the property,
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NET ASSET VALUE AND BOOK VALUE Net asset value (NAV) and book value are two different financial metrics used to measure the value of a company. Net asset value (NAV) is a measure of the value of a company’s assets minus its liabilities. It is calculated by subtracting the total liabilities of a company from
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