Important Financial Investment Terms
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Definition of 'Commission'
Compensation that is paid to licensed representatives when they sell financial products: stocks, mutual funds, variable annuities, etc. The compensation is usually paid within 30 days of the sale. Commissions are paid by companies that manufacture investment and insurance products, and by broker/dealers for securities transactions.