Defined Asset Fund

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Definition: Defined Asset Fund


Defined Asset Fund


Full Definition of Defined Asset Fund


A unit investment trust which has a predetermined life. At the end of its life, the trust assets are liquidated and distributed to unit holders. A defined asset fund may consist of securities, blue chip stocks or high yielding stocks in a major exchange.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Defined Asset Fund are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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