Arbitrage Pricing Theory
Meaning ⎊ A model predicting asset returns based on multiple risk factors, assuming efficient markets eliminate mispricing.
Capital Asset Pricing Model
Meaning ⎊ A model relating an asset's expected return to its systematic risk, adjusted for the risk-free rate.
Asset Quality
Meaning ⎊ The reliability, liquidity, and stability of an asset when used as collateral.
Asset Class
Meaning ⎊ A category of financial instruments with similar attributes, risk profiles, and regulatory behaviors.

