Chapter 5 - other markets and investments Flashcards
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What are cash depositors and the main characteristics?
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Cash depositors are accounts held with banks and other saving institutions.
Main characteristics: return is interest, full amount can be withdrawn
Advantages - fast liquidity, relatively safe, saving vehicle for interest
Disadvantages - Risk if the bank defaults, inflation could reduce return, currency risk
2
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After 2016, how much do tax payers now pay
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Basic tax payers - up to £1000
High tax payers - up to £500
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