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What is a security

What is a security?

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Securities are the claims on financial assets. They can be described as “claim checks” that give their owners the right to receive funds in the future.  They are traded in both the money and capital markets. Money market securities are negotiable certificates of deposit, bankers acceptances, and commercial paper. Capital market Securities are called as bonds and stock.

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