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The location, either onshore or offshore where oil wells are found.

When spending is within previously established limits.

This is an expense that, once completed, will not usually be incurred again. This might be a one-time project or acquisition, like a computer. This purchase might last for more than one

Any improvements to a building or property that will increase its re-sale value.

Relating to public access and community development. Often involves an open source culture.

The rise in the cost of products and services as a result of spending trends.

A repurchase agreement that does not set a date for repurchase and that can be terminated by either party at any time. Rates are adjusted each day, based on current market rates.

The initial figures used in a financial plan. For established businesses, these figures are based on the balance sheet from the previous accounting period. For new businesses, the figures are based on

The performance of the company against prescribed standards, such as compliance with regulations, waste reduction, productivity, etc.

Explicit instruction not to send marketing materials to an individual.

A buyer of options who has yet to exercise or sell an option.

Verbal exchange of ideas or information.

Revenue generated by orderly sales.

UK / Commonwealth term for COMMON STOCK.

Study of all aspects of organizations, from structures to management styles.

Selfish pursuit of individual agendas by members of an organization, with no regard to the impact on the organization?s stated goals.

This charge is imposed by a lender on a borrower to cover costs incurred during the mortgage application.

Non-NASDAQ / OTC followed securities that don?t observe normal trade regulations.

The storage, transport and distribution of goods to customers.

The means by which a company helps recently laid off employees find alternative employment. Typically involves the commission of an outside agency, paid for by the company doing the laying off.