👉 In financial markets, a "pre-pledge" refers to a transaction or arrangement where an investor has already made a deposit into a fund or other investment vehicle. This is typically done before the actual purchase of securities or assets. For example, if you have invested in a mutual fund and want to buy additional shares, you would need to pre-pledge your funds first, as this allows you to secure the right to purchase additional shares without having to make an initial deposit. This process is