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ICC Permits
Interstate Commerce Commission permits to transport goods across state
lines,
Income
Statement
A financial statement that measures the profitability of the firm over
a time period. All expenses are subtracted from sales to arrive at net
income.
In Play
Multiple bidders are acting on a company that is actively being marketed
for sale.
Intellectual
Property
Legal rights for intangible assets such as patents, trademarks, copyrights,
etc.
Intermediary
One who is employed to negotiate a matter between two parties, and who
for that purpose may be agent of both, (a broker, arbitrator or mediator).
Internal
Corporate Funds
Funds generated through the operation of the firm. The principal sources
are retained earnings and cash flow added back from depreciation and other
non-cash deductions.
Internal
Reorganization
Reorganization under the formal bankruptcy laws. New management may be
brought in and a redesign of the capital structure may be implemented.
Initial
Public Offering (IPO)
Process for the first time a company's stock is issued; when owners of
the company are selling part ownership to the general public.
Inventory
Profits
Profits generated as a result of an inflationary economy, in which old
inventory is sold at large profits because of increasing prices. This
is particularly prevalent under FIFO accounting.
Investment
Banker
A financial organization that specializes in selling primary offerings
of securities. Investment bankers can also perform other financial functions,
such as advising clients, negotiating mergers and takeovers, and selling
secondary offerings.
Investment
Company/Group
Investment companies seek business investments that return favorable profits
and cash flow. They may participate in venture, mezzanine, or leverage
buyout stages and equity or debt financing. They do not usually provide
advisory services during the term of their investment.
Investment
Letter Stock
Unregistered (restricted) stock in which the issuer usually receives a
letter from the purchaser stating that the purchase of the securities
is for investment purposes only and is not being purchased with the intent
of reselling.
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