Definition of gap


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gap -- the difference between the dollar value of assets and liabilities with the same remaining term to maturity and repricing. The gap is usually expressed as a percentage of assets.

...not to be confused with....

GAAP -- see generally accepted accounting principles.

generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) -- accounting rules and procedures adopted by the accounting profession to facilitate uniformity in preparing financial statements.



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