An asset is anything, tangible or intangible, that has economic value to its owner or could have economic value in the future.

Publicly traded corporations are required to publish quarterly balance sheets that allow shareholders to compare a company’s assets with its liabilities. It’s also a good practice for private ...

One key metric that offers valuable insights into a company’s financial health is the return on average assets (ROAA). This financial ratio measures how effectively a company uses its assets to ...

In the world of finance and investing, the term "financial portfolio" is ubiquitous. All types of investors, large and small, individual and institutional, talk of adding to, taking from and ...

Asset retirement obligations are legal requirements for retiring long-term physical assets. They are listed as long-term liabilities, revealing a company's future financial burdens. Understanding ...

Strategically allocating your investments across different asset classes is the best way to balance risk and reward. It helps you optimize your portfolios for growth and stability while reducing ...

Learn more about the roles, services and client focuses of asset and wealth managers Staff Personal Finance Editor, Buy Side Valerie Morris is a staff editor at Buy Side and a personal finance expert.