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Resistance Level
Definition of Resistance Level
A resistance level is a specific price point where a stock or asset repeatedly finds it challenging to move higher. The selling pressure usually increases at this level as traders book profits or expect a reversal. When the price breaks above this level with strong volume, it shows increasing bullish strength. It carries the potential for continued upward momentum.
Related Terms
Plowback Ratio
The Plowback Ratio (or Retention Ratio) is the ratio of the net income of a company that is retained by the company to be reinvested in the company's business operations and growth (rather than paid out as dividends). The formula is: Plowback Ratio = (Net Income - Dividends Paid) / Net Income. High-growth companies in the IT or manufacturing sector often have a high plowback ratio as they see higher benefit in re-investing their profits to fuel expansion. A low plowback ratio indicates that a company is mature and returns a larger portion of its earnings to its shareholders.
Bottom Line in Finance
Bottom line in finance is used to refer to a company’s crucial metrics like earnings, profits, net profits, earnings per share (EPS), and others.
Any move or action that can impact a company’s profit or net profit in a positive or negative direction is also referred to as the bottom line.
“Bottom line” is called such because the crucial metrics of a company are generally found at the bottom of a financial statement.
Any move or action that can impact a company’s profit or net profit in a positive or negative direction is also referred to as the bottom line.
“Bottom line” is called such because the crucial metrics of a company are generally found at the bottom of a financial statement.
Mutual Fund Sahi Hai
Mutual Fund Sahi Hai is a popular investor awareness slogan/website launched by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). It aims to educate people about mutual funds and encourage informed, long-term investing by highlighting the benefits of diversification, professional management, and disciplined investment habits.
Derivative
A derivative is a financial contract that is designed to derive its value from a single or group of underlying assets, generally between two parties or more. It contains a pre-agreed date of delivery and price.
The most common examples of a derivative contract are:
The most common examples of a derivative contract are:
- Futures
- Options
- Forwards
- Swaps
A derivative can be bought and sold on an exchange or over the counter. Since derivatives derive value from underlying assets, their price is known to fluctuate when the underlying asset gains or loses value.
Realized Gain
Realized Gain is the actual profit earned from selling an asset, such as a stock or mutual fund, at a price higher than its purchase cost, after accounting for fees. It differs from unrealized (paper) gains, as it triggers tax liability only upon sale. Investors track realized gains for performance evaluation and tax planning, ensuring compliance with capital gains rules.
Primary Market
The primary market is where the securities are created and first issued to investors. This is where companies raise funds by selling stocks and bonds. Key activities in the primary market are Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), Further Public Offerings (FPOs), and rights issues. The proceeds from these sales go directly to the issuing company or government entity.
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