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Financial and Economic Dictionary

A collaborative initiative uniting 11 partners from the government sector, this dictionary is built to serve as a unified reference and vital knowledge hub for specialists and enthusiasts alike. It aims to enhance financial literacy, support the Kingdom's development process in light of Saudi Vision 2030, at a time when terminology is no longer just a linguistic tool, but have become pillars of knowledge on which policies are built, legislation is formulated, and dialogue between specialists, decision-makers and relevant authorities in the financial sector is managed.

Your gateway to comprehensive financial knowledge with more than 2000 financial and economic terms

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Basic Goods

Essential goods such as food, fuel, and raw materials that serve as the foundation of economic activity.

Zero Interest Rate Policy

A monetary policy in which the central bank sets the nominal interest rate at or near zero, typically used to stimulate economic activity during periods of low inflation or recession.

Registered Person

A person registered with the Capital Market Authority (CMA) to perform a registerable function.

Special Purpose Company (SPC)

A legal entity often created for a specific purpose, such as holding assets or managing financial transactions, to isolate risk or achieve certain objectives.

Transfer Pricing Policy

The methodology followed by related parties when setting prices for goods or services.

Exchange

A marketplace or platform where assets, securities, currencies, commodities, or other financial instruments are bought and sold.

Real Estate Investment Fund

A joint real estate investment program that aims to provide investors with the opportunity to collectively participate in the program's profits, and is managed by the fund manager for a specified fee.

Private Real Estate Fund

A private fund the objective of which is to invest in real estate, and it does not include funds that invest all of its assets outside the Kingdom.

Holding Fund

An investment fund the main objective of which is to invest all of its assets in other investment funds.

Fund's Net Profit

For the purposes of the Real Estate Investment Funds Regulations, means the total revenues of the real estate investment fund after deducting the total expenses and fees incurred by the fund, except for the items of the other comprehensive income.

Guarantor

A person authorized by customs authorities in a contracting country to provide guarantees and sureties for transit process.

Change Request

A formal proposal for altering a system's functionality, often requiring approval.

Nonconformity

A deviation from established standards, regulations, or requirements, often used in the context of quality control and compliance.

Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

A tender document issued by the Contracting Authority to potential bidders to evaluate their qualifications and/or capabilities to be qualified to submit proposals for the PSP Project.

Return on Equity (ROE)

A financial ratio that measures a company's profitability by comparing its net income to shareholders' equity, indicating the return earned on shareholders' investments.

Payment Default

Failure to meet financial obligations.

Credit Risk Premium

The additional return demanded by investors for lending to borrowers with higher default risk.

Existing Contract

A signed or licensed contract outside the Etimad Platform, and part of it may have been disbursed outside Etimad.

Option Contract

Any option to acquire or dispose of a security, currency, oil, silver, gold, platinum and palladium.

Public Works Contracts

Execution contracts, projects and construction contracts.

Cryptocurrency

A decentralized digital currency that uses cryptographic technology for secure transactions and control of new units.

Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Factors

Factors related to a company's environmental, social, and governance practices, which can influence its credit rating and financial performance.

Delay Penalty

A financial fine imposed by the government body on the contractor or supplier in case of a delay.

Term

The length of time or duration associated with a financial instrument, such as the maturity of a bond or the repayment period of a loan.

Investment-Grade Spread

The additional yield or interest rate required by investors for bonds with credit ratings below the highest investment-grade ratings. It reflects the added risk associated with lower-rated bonds.

Economic Base

The core industries and sectors that drive a region’s economy and generate employment.

Liquidity Trap

A situation in which monetary policy becomes ineffective because interest rates are already near zero, and people prefer holding cash.

Bridge Loan

A short-term loan providing temporary financing until permanent funding is secured.

Rules for Special Purposes Entities

The Rules for Special Purposes Entities issued by the Board of the Capital Market Authority.

Rules on the Offer of Securities and Continuing Obligations

Securities offering regulations and post-issuance continuing obligations framework for public companies.

Value for Money

An assessment to ensure that a Private Sector Participation (PSP) project provides better economic efficiency and service quality compared to traditional public sector procurement.

Staffing Table

The approved job hierarchy of the government entity, consisting of several ladders including civil, military, health, educational, and other positions. The cadre reflects the number of authorized positions for each grade.

Banking System Regulation

The set of rules and regulations imposed by government authorities to oversee and manage the operations of banks and financial institutions.

Real Estate Investment Funds Regulation

The Real Estate Investment Funds Regulation issued by the Board of the Capital Market Authority.

Capital Market Institutions Regulations

The Capital Market Institutions Regulations issued by the Board of the Capital Market Authority.

Institutions

Entities that operate, often in the public or private sector, responsible for various functions, services, or governance.

Fiscal Index

A indicator used to assess the financial health, performance, or fiscal condition of an entity, often by evaluating key financial metrics or ratios.

Capital Market Institution

A Capital authorized by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) to carry out securities business.

Volatilities Index (VIX)

A measure of expected stock market volatility, often referred to as the "fear index."

Banking System Indicator (BSI)

The Banking System measure is not a standard term, but it may refer to an indicator used to assess the health or stability of a banking system. It typically involves various financial metrics.

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