In 1985, the U.S. government began issuing securities with interest and principal separated known as what?

Business Trivia / January 24, 2024

STRIPS. "STRIPS" stands for Separate Trading of Registered Interest and Principal of Securities.

What is the highest long-term obligation rating given by Moody's Investors Service?

Business Trivia / January 23, 2024

AAA. Moody's ranks commercial credit-worthiness and holds a 40% share in the world credit rating market.

If you enjoy learning and helping others learn, you might want a job as what?

Business Trivia / January 23, 2024

Teacher. All 50 states have demanding requirements of those who wish to be certified as teachers.

Securities under surveillance for some reason are said to be on a what?

Business Trivia / January 22, 2024

Watch List. On the watch list are takeover targets, companies planning to issue new securities, or stocks showing unusual activity.

How long is the repurchase agreement term on an overnight repo?

Business Trivia / January 22, 2024

One Day. NYSE Euronext are the world's biggest stock market operators.

What company was the first to earn one billion dollars in one year?

Business Trivia / January 21, 2024

General Motors. William Durant founded GM in 1908.