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Common term used in shipping documents, such as bills of lading. Its use is not standardized, but the term usually means that the goods have been “received for carriage”. This may or
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Common term used in shipping documents, such as bills of lading. Its use is not standardized, but the term usually means that the goods have been “received for carriage”. This may or
A consumer who purchases only one product or service from a business. With the correct incentives, a one-time buyer may become a repeat customer.
1. The country in which you legally reside (and whose courts have jurisdiction over you). 2. On dry land, not at sea.
A bidding contest that concludes with the opening of sealed bids in a public forum, enabling all interested parties to witness the bids.
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.
Health insurance issued to a person over 65 years old (the usual limit).