What’s a Stripping Ratio?

Stripping ratio is a method used in open pit mining to calculate the ratio of waste material to ore. It helps mining companies evaluate profitability before committing resources. The ratio determines the level at which mining ceases to be profitable and takes into account factors such as material density and contaminants. Stripping ratio is a […]

What’s evidence stripping?

Evidence stripping is the intentional or unintentional destruction, alteration, withholding, or concealment of evidence in a legal dispute. It can lead to negative implications and legal consequences, including criminal prosecution and further civil litigation. It can alter the outcome of a legal hearing and be grounds for further legal action. Evidence stripping is the destruction, […]

What’s capital stripping?

Principal stripping involves transferring the principal of an asset to a third party to make it unattractive to potential creditors seeking payment. This can be used as an investment strategy, but advanced planning is essential to avoid fraud charges. Companies can also use principal reduction plans to protect assets against potential lawsuits. Principal stripping is […]

What’s Dividend Stripping?

Dividend stripping involves buying stocks before the issuer pays dividends and selling them after, historically used for tax breaks. It can result in a net loss if the price of securities falls sharply. Some countries have made changes to their tax codes to curb this practice. Institutions can use dividend stripping on a large scale […]

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