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Definition of 'Call Loan'

A loan provided to a brokerage firm and used to finance margin accounts. The interest rate on a call loan is calculated daily. The resulting interest rate is referred to as the call loan rate.
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Investopedia explains 'Call Loan'

Call loans use securities as collateral for the loan. It is important to note that a call loan can be canceled at any time.

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