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How do Banks Make Money? Explanation, Examples

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Investment Banks: Institutions like Goldman Sachs and J.P. Morgan, which offer services in underwriting and M&A advisory. This can be trading on behalf of their clients (like when you buy a stock through a bank's brokerage service) or proprietary trading where banks invest their own money.

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What is the Accounting Equation? Explaining Assets = Liabilities + Equity

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The accounting equation is a fundamental concept in finance that every private equity professional, investment banker, and corporate , finance expert should be familiar with. Efficient management of assets, such as investing in new technology or optimizing inventory levels, can lead to improved profitability and competitive advantage.

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What is the Business Life Cycle? (The Five Stages of Business)

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After it went public in 2012, Facebook had the capital to grow significantly, acquiring companies like Instagram and WhatsApp, and diversifying its revenue streams. Choosing the right exit strategy—be it acquisition, Initial Public Offering (IPO), or management buyout—is critical.