Asset Classes
Cash
Definition
What is Cash?
Money available immediately for spending, settlement, or investmentAn asset or commitment of money made with the expectation of future income, growth, or both..
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A portfolioThe complete collection of investments owned by an investor or managed under one mandate. keeps 5% in cash to meet near-term withdrawals.
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Asset Classes
Asset
Anything with economic value that can be owned or controlled.
Asset ClassesAsset Class
A group of investments with similar economic characteristics and market behaviour.
Asset ClassesCash Equivalent
A highly liquid, short-term instrument that can usually be converted to cash with little price risk.
Equity InvestingCommon Stock
A share that usually carries voting rights and a residual claim on a company's profits and assets.