What is Stock Volume?

Stock Volume is the total number of shares being traded on the entire market during a specific period of time. Each transaction adds to the volume count.

What is a Trial Balance?

A trial balance is the sum of all credit and debit balances at the end of an accounting period and/or fiscal year before closing entries are made.

What is VIX?

VIX is the ticker symbol for the Chicago Board Options Exchange’s Volatility Index. It’s a weighted mix of the prices for a blend of S&P 500 Index options.

What is an Asset’s Useful Life?

Useful Life is known as the specific period of time an asset is estimated to be usable for the purpose in which it was acquired.

What are Treasury Notes?

Treasury Notes are fixed-income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury with maturities ranging from one to 10 years and coupon payments every six months.

What is Business Valuation?

Business valuaion is an estimated value or worth of an asset. Investors use their estimated asset valuations and compare them to market prices.

What is a Trade Discount?

A trade discount is an amount or rate reduced from the retail price of an item that is agreed upon when sold to a reseller.

What are Treasury Bills?

Treasury bills are fixed-income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury with maturities of less than one year. They are sold at a discount from face value.