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Margin

Definition 1 Using Money borrowed from a broker/dealer to Purchase securities; here also called Buying on margin. Definition 2 The amount of equity required for an investment in securities purchased on Credit. Definition 3 The face value of a Loan minus the value of the pledged Collateral.

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