When did the New York Stock Exchange close for an extended period of time?

Business Trivia / May 19, 2025

At The Start Of World War I. The New York Stock exchange was closed for almost four months at the onset of World War I.

What term describes a way to profit from the price of stock declining?

Business Trivia / May 18, 2025

Short Sale. Investors hope to profit from short sales by paying for the stock after the price has dropped.

What term refers to the bid and offered prices at which a dealer is willing to buy or sell?

Business Trivia / May 18, 2025

Quotation. As of January 2001, NASDAQ had 2872 listings.

What did the first vending machine dispense?

Business Trivia / May 17, 2025

Holy Water. William Rowe invented a cigarette-vending machine in 1926.

What does a "M.A.C." clause from a lending institution mean?

Business Trivia / May 17, 2025

Material Adverse Change. "M.A.C." is a means to protect the acquirer from major changes that make the target less attractive as a purchase.

What is the ratio of long-term debt to total capitalization?

Business Trivia / May 16, 2025

Long Term Debt Ratio. The ratio is calculated by dividing long-term debt by available capital.