investment bank
Definition
An individual or institution which acts as an underwriter or agent for corporations and municipalities issuing securities. Most also maintain broker/dealer operations, maintain markets for previously issued securities, and offer advisory services to investors. investment banks also have a large role in facilitating mergers and acquisitions, private equity placements and corporate restructuring. Unlike traditional banks, investment banks do not accept deposits from and provide loans to individuals. also called investment banker.
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bank, commercial bank, originator, syndicate
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best efforts, group of thirty (G-30), International Monetary Fund (IMF), street name, underwriting syndicate
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