investor
Definition
An individual who commits money to investment products with the expectation of financial return. Generally, the primary concern of an investor is to minimize risk while maximizing return, as opposed to a speculator, who is willing to accept a higher level of risk in the hopes of collecting higher-than-average profits.
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accredited investor, retail investor, lead investor, passive investor, institutional investor, qualified institutional investor
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