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Random Factor Analysis

Random Factor Analysis Analysis to trace the source or cause of random data collected. This analysis reveals underlying trends, if any, which cause random data or a random event. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S R Squared (R2) Rally RAM- Reverse Annuity … [Read more...]

Random Variable

Random Variable Used with random experiments, this is a number that can take multiple values, depending on various outcomes of a random process. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S R Squared (R2) Rally RAM- Reverse Annuity Mortgage RAN Random Factor Analysis Random … [Read more...]

Random Walk

Random Walk Followers of this theory hold that daily price movements in stock market are random. The magnitude of each change is also unpredictable. This makes it impossible to keep risk low when trying to outperform the market continuously. Random Finance Terms for the Letter … [Read more...]

Randomized Strategy

Randomized Strategy A technique used to increase the unpredictability of the decision maker’s selection of choices. A random element is often introduced into the process to do this. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S R Squared (R2) Rally RAM- Reverse Annuity … [Read more...]

Range

Range Maximum and minimum prices recorded within a specific time period. May also be defined as low or high offers or bids. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S R Squared (R2) Rally RAM- Reverse Annuity Mortgage RAN Random Factor Analysis Random Variable Random … [Read more...]

Range Accrual

Range Accrual Interest accrual on an investment vehicle where the yield depends on another rate. When the underlying rate meets certain target levels, the investment vehicle yields returns. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S R Squared (R2) Rally RAM- Reverse Annuity … [Read more...]

Range Forward

Range Forward A forex exchange rate agreement that specifies maximum and minimum prices for trading on a future date. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate Anticipation Swaps Rate Lock Rate of Change Rate of … [Read more...]

RAR

RAR Revenue Agent’s Report or RAR refers to any modifications made by IRS representatives to a tax assessment. These modifications may result in refund to the tax payer or require additional payment from him. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable … [Read more...]

Ratable Accrual Method

Ratable Accrual Method Determination of the interest earned over a specific time frame. This method is often used for calculating the total interest earned for income tax purposes. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate … [Read more...]

Rate Anticipation Swaps

Rate Anticipation Swaps Sale of a bond combined with purchase of another expected to yield better returns with same maturity period. Investors undertake such swaps based on their predictions of future interest rates. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range … [Read more...]

Rate Lock

Rate Lock Understanding between borrower and mortgage lender outlining a predetermined interest rate guaranteed to remain fixed for a specific period, typically two months. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate Anticipation … [Read more...]

Rate of Change

Rate of Change Identifies how quickly a variable changes during a pre determined time period. It uses a comparison between the ratio being measured and another as a benchmark. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate … [Read more...]

Rate of Interest

Rate of Interest The percentage of the principal charged by lender from borrower in exchange for use of the funds. Typically calculated on an annual basis. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate Anticipation Swaps Rate … [Read more...]

Rate of Return Ratios

Rate of Return Ratios Tool in the form of a ratio, for measuring business’s profitability in terms of the different kinds of funding that forms the capital invested therein. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate Anticipation … [Read more...]

Rate of Return Regulation

Rate of Return Regulation Price regulation by the government where monopolies are limited to specific levels of pricing they can charge. This regulation benefits customers and protects them from overpricing by monopolies. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range … [Read more...]

Rate Risk

Rate Risk Refers to the risk inherent in banking business, arising from higher costs incurred when interest rates increase, resulting in increased cost of borrowing money. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Range Forward RAR Ratable Accrual Method Rate Anticipation … [Read more...]

Ratings

Ratings A measuring tool for investors and analysts to evaluate quality of credit of various companies and their offerings. For example, ratings offered by Moody's, S&P, and Fitch. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Ratings Ratings Service Rational Expectations Raw … [Read more...]

Ratings Service

Ratings Service A company or agency that evaluates various companies and securities and ranks them so that investors have a means of measuring credit quality. The parameters considered are principal repayment assurance, consistency of interest or dividend payments and ability to … [Read more...]

Rational Expectations

Rational Expectations Concept of using rational judgment to hone expectations from future and basing actions, For example, modifying investment strategy, on this judgment. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Ratings Ratings Service Rational Expectations Raw Material … [Read more...]

Raw Material Supply Agreement

Raw Material Supply Agreement A written understanding for supply of specific amounts of raw material during or at a pre determined time frame. Used in project financing. Random Finance Terms for the Letter S Ratings Ratings Service Rational Expectations Raw Material … [Read more...]