Definition 1
The amount by which a bond or stock sells above its par value.

Definition 2
The amount by which a closed-end fund's market price exceeds the value of its holdings.

Definition 3
An additional cost above the normal cost.

Definition 4
The amount that the buyer of an option pays to the seller.

Definition 5
A regular periodic payment for an insurance policy, here also called insurance premium.

Definition 6
The amount by which the first trading of an IPO exceeds its offering price. opposite of discount.

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