Margin Call
InvestingA broker's demand that an investor deposit additional money or securities when the account value falls below the required minimum.
Example
Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Margin Call — a broker's demand that an investor deposit additional money or securities when the — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.