Guaranteed Investment Contract - GIC
Insurance contracts that guarantee the owner principal repayment and a fixed or floating interest rate for a predetermined period of time.
Investopedia Commentary
Guaranteed investment contracts are typically issued by insurance companies and marketed to institutions that qualify for favorable tax status under federal laws. These products provide institutions with guaranteed returns.
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See also: Institutional Investor, Interest, Life Insurance, Principal
Also spelled: GIC