What Are Asset-Backed Securities

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Short Answer

What are asset-backed securities?

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Definitions:

Fixed Asset

Long-term tangible assets held for business use and not expected to be converted to cash in the coming fiscal year, such as buildings, machinery, and equipment.

Direct Method

An approach to preparing the cash flow statement that lists actual cash inflows and outflows from operating activities.

Operating Activities

The day-to-day actions and transactions that relate to the primary operations of a business, such as sales and purchasing.

Cash Payments

Cash payments refer to transactions where cash is transferred from one party to another, typically as a method of settling debts or paying for goods and services.