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Geometric Mean Return

Geometric Mean Return

A way of calculating compound returns on an investment or savings over a set period of time.

A way of calculating compound returns on an investment or savings over a set period of time.

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The rules a company follows when preparing financial statements.

W-8BEN Form

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Technical Analysis

Examining price movements of shares and other assets, and trying to predict how they will move in the future.

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Fundamentals

The data or information that is likely to impact a company's stock price.

Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)

A statement that summarises firm's expenses, costs, and revenues incurred during a time period. AKA income statement.

Base rate

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Forward pricing

Mutual funds are traded on a forward pricing basis, meaning the price you see will be different to the price you may trade at.

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