Variable-Interest Entity

Special-Purpose Entity (SPE)
A finite-life entity created by corporations for a specific, narrow purpose, such as issuing income-preferred securities. These entities are used for various financial and organizational purposes, and are also known as special-purpose vehicles (SPVs) or variable-interest entities (VIEs).

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