An independent agency of the U.S. federal government that regulates the U.S. derivatives markets, which include futures, swaps, and certain kinds of options.
Franking privilege refers to the ability granted to members of Congress to send mail without postage charges. This privilege is used for official correspondence, updates to constituents, and other legislative matters.
Government agency securities are debt instruments issued by U.S. government agencies that, while often rated highly, are not explicitly backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
The term 'land office business' refers to a booming trade or thriving business activity. It is believed to have originated from the busy U.S. government land offices, which were established to distribute land to Western settlers during the expansion era.
The Treasury Department is an executive department of the U.S. government responsible for managing national finances, including collecting taxes, paying bills, and managing currency, government accounts, and public debt. It aims to promote economic growth and stability.
A U.S. government program created to stabilize the financial system during the 2008 financial crisis by purchasing distressed assets and injecting capital into banks.
