investment firms

Capital allocation companies

Investment firms are companies that manage money on behalf of clients, putting capital into stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets.

The term covers a range of entities—from mutual fund companies and hedge funds to private equity firms and wealth management advisors.

She worked at an investment firm on Wall Street.

Investment firms make money through management fees, commissions, or a share of profits.

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