sai3 mo1細摩细摩
Jyutpingsai3 mo1
Yalesai mō
Definition
J.P. Morgan, as opposed to Morgan Stanley ("big Morgan").
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How it's used
Financial professionals in Hong Kong use this nickname to distinguish J.P. Morgan from Morgan Stanley, which is known as 大摩. It is a standard shorthand in the local banking and investment industry. Using these nicknames makes you sound like an insider familiar with the local financial landscape.
Examples
J.P. Morgan released a report saying the market will drop.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the actual size of the bank, as it is simply a way to differentiate the two Morgan-related institutions based on their local market branding.
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