What Does the FIG at an Investment Bank Mean?
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What Does the FIG at an Investment Bank Mean?

Fact checked by Katrina MunichielloReviewed by Eric Estevez   filadendron / Getty Images  Financial institutions such as banks and insurance companies provide their clients with expert advice to help them achieve financial success and protect their assets. But where does a financial institution go when it needs advice itself? In certain cases, they may turn to…

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What Is a Blackout Period in Finance? Rules and Examples

Reviewed by Andy SmithFact checked by Yarilet Perez What Is a Blackout Period? A blackout period in financial markets is a period when certain executives and employees are prohibited from buying or selling shares in their company or making changes to their pension plan investments. A blackout period usually comes before earnings announcements with company…

Are Marginal Costs Fixed or Variable Costs?
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Are Marginal Costs Fixed or Variable Costs?

Reviewed by Charles PottersFact checked by Michael Rosenston Marginal costs of production are defined as the overall change in costs when a company or manufacturer increases the amount produced by one unit. Marginal costs can help firms determine the level at which it achieves economies of scale. Key Takeaways Marginal costs are the costs associated…