A security of an issuer that is exchangeable for securities of another issuer (usually a subsidiary) in accordance with the terms of the exchange feature. The exchange may be at the option of the holder or at the option of the issuer of the securities.
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Equities
Common and preferred stocks, which represent a share in the ownership of a company.
Deferred Load
Sales charge paid when selling a mutual fund (a.k.a. back-end load).
Delist
The removal of a security’s listing on a stock exchange. This is done when the security no longer exists, the company is bankrupt, the public distribution of the security has dropped to an unacceptably low level, or the company has failed to comply with the terms of its listing agreement.
EBIT
Earnings before interest and taxes. Also known as operating income.
Exempt Issuer
A listed issuer that has satisfied listing requirements as outlined in Section 502 of the Listing Requirements Manual. An exempt issuer is not subject to special reporting rules. This status is generally reserved for senior listed issuers.
Equity Financing
The dollar value of securities issued in accordance with a TSX or TSX Venture Exchange approved transaction. The value equals the number of securities multiplied by the offering price. The various forms of financial instruments may have an effect on determining the price or the number of securities.
EBITDA
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. Adds these items back to reported earnings to more accurately reflect real cash earnings of company. Similar to operating cash flow, except operating cash flow also considers changes in levels of inventories and receivables.
Delisted Issue
The status of a security that is no longer listed on the Exchange. The security could trade on another market.
Deferred Revenue
A balance sheet liability reflecting payments received for work not yet performed.