das Eigenkapital
Translation
equity, equity capital, owner's equity
Examples
Das Unternehmen hat ein hohes Eigenkapital.
The company has high equity capital.
Wir müssen das Eigenkapital der Firma stärken.
We need to strengthen the company's equity.
Grammar Patterns
to have/strengthen/increase ((sth.)) The company needs to increase its equity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Eigenmittel, Eigenvermögen; Antonyms: Fremdkapital (debt capital), Schulden (debts)
Etymology
Composed of 'Eigen' (own) and 'Kapital' (capital). It literally means 'own capital'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the capital that a company 'actually' owns, not what it has borrowed.