CD

Burn
In computer terminology, 'burn' refers to the process of recording information onto an optical disc such as a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray. This action physically etches or inscribes the data onto the medium using a laser.
Certificate of Deposit (CD)
A Certificate of Deposit (CD) is a debt instrument issued by a bank that usually pays interest. Institutional CDs are issued in denominations of $100,000 or more, while individual CDs start as low as $100. Maturities range from a few weeks to several years. Interest rates are set by competitive forces in the marketplace.
Certificate of Deposit (CD)
A Certificate of Deposit (CD) is a negotiable certificate issued by a bank in return for a term deposit, offering competitive interest rates and intended for attracting larger investors.
Eurodollar Certificate of Deposit
A Eurodollar Certificate of Deposit (CD) is a CD issued by banks outside the United States, primarily in Europe, where both the interest and principal are paid in U.S. dollars. Eurodollar CDs usually have minimum denominations of $100,000 and maturities of less than two years.

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