1) Brokerage firm 
Prime brokerage is the generic name for a bundled package of services offered by investment banks and securities firms to hedge funds and other professional investors needing the ability to borrow securities and cash to be able to invest on a netted basis and achieve an absolute return. The prime broker provides a centralized securities clearing f...
Prime brokerage refers to specialized services offered to wealthy investors, financial and non-financial institutions, hedge funds and private equity firms.