TechnologyAugust 13, 2026

securitisation

si-KYUR-i-tuh-ZAY-shun

Definition

The process of pooling various types of contractual debt, such as mortgages or loans, and selling them to investors as interest-bearing securities.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'security' (in the sense of a financial instrument) plus the suffix '-isation', which signifies a process or action. It entered common usage in the late 20th century to describe the evolution of modern financial markets.

In the news

In the article, securitisation is discussed as a financial mechanism relevant to Griffon's valuation and the broader operations of their building products business within the Australasian market.

Griffon (GFF) On Australasia Joint Venture And Building Products Focus Looks Undervalued

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