Glossary

Overdraft

A type of short-term credit provided through a checking account or debit card, allowing the account holder to temporarily withdraw funds beyond the available balance up to a specified limit.

Over-indebtedness

A condition in which the total amount of debts exceeds an individual’s or legal entity’s ability to repay them.

Over-the-Counter Market (OTC)

A decentralized financial market where transactions are conducted via bilateral agreements between participants without a centralized regulatory system. Securities are traded by dealers and brokers connected through electronic networks. Also referred to as the “off-exchange market”.

Own Business - glossary for children

An activity carried out by an entrepreneur to produce or offer goods and services and earn money for themselves.