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Investment Company A corporation or trust engaged in the business of investing the pooled capital of investors in financial securities. This is most often done either through a closed-end fund or an open-end fund (also referred to as a mutual fund). In the U.S., most investment companies are registered with and regulated by the Securities & Exchange Commission under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
Also known as "fund company" or "fund sponsor". Investopedia Says: Investment companies are business entities, both privately and publicly owned, that manage, sell, and market funds to the public. They typically offer investors a variety of funds and investment services, which include portfolio management, recordkeeping, custodial, legal, accounting and tax management services. Related Terms: Closed-End Investment Diversification Hedge Fund Investment Company Act of 1940 Mutual Fund Net Asset Value - NAV Open-End Fund Securities & Exchange Commission - SEC |