investment firm
/ɪnˈvɛstmənt fɜːrm/ · in·vest·ment firm
noun
- A business entity that pools capital from investors and deploys it in securities, real estate, or other assets on their behalf. She hired an investment firm to manage her retirement portfolio and diversify her holdings.
- A specialized financial services company that offers advisory, brokerage, and asset‑management services to institutional or individual clients. The investment firm launched a new hedge‑fund strategy to attract high‑net‑worth investors.
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Did you know? The phrase "investment firm" surged in usage after the 1970s deregulation of financial markets, when specialized companies began offering a broader range of asset‑management services beyond traditional banking.