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Held-to-Maturity Securities

Investments that a company intends to hold until they mature, typically recorded at cost on the balance sheet.

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Hire Purchase

A financing arrangement in which a buyer pays for a product over time and gains ownership when the final payment is made.

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Historical Cost Principle

An accounting principle that values assets & liabilities at their original acquisition cost.

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Holding Costs

The costs associated with storing and holding inventory.

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Horizontal Analysis

A financial analysis technique that compares financial data over multiple periods to identify trends and changes.

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Hurdle Rate

The minimum rate of return required for an investment to be considered financially viable.