Financial Literacy

3. A debt security issued by a government or corporation to raise capital.
6. The cost of borrowing money or the return earned on invested capital.
7. Market, A public market where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold.
8. Exchange, A marketplace where securities such as stocks, bonds, and derivatives are bought and sold.
9. The financial gain obtained from a business venture after deducting all expenses, including the cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and taxes.
12. Money set aside or retained for future use or emergencies.
13. A significant decline in economic activity across the economy, lasting for several months or longer.
16. Money owed by individuals or businesses to lenders or creditors as a result of borrowing or purchasing goods and services on credit.
18. The negative financial result of a business venture when expenses exceed revenue.
19. Fund, An investment vehicle that pools money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securities.
20. The cost incurred or money spent by individuals or businesses to generate revenue or maintain operations.
21. The sale of goods or services produced domestically to foreign countries.

1. The total income generated by a business through its normal operations, including sales of goods and services, interest, and other sources of income.
2. A sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over a period of time.
3. A financial plan that outlines expected income and expenses over a specific period, typically monthly or annually.
4. A severe and prolonged economic downturn characterized by high unemployment, low consumer spending, decreased business investment, and overall economic hardship.
5. A type of security that represents ownership in a corporation.
10. The allocation of money or resources with the expectation of generating income or profit in the future.
11. The ability to borrow money or access goods and services with the promise of future payment.
14. The purchase of goods or services from foreign countries for domestic use or consumption.
15. Money earned by individuals or businesses through wages, salaries, investments, or other sources.
17. The exchange of goods, services, or resources between individuals, businesses, or countries.
22. A tax imposed by a government on imported or exported goods.