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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 art of buying shares which trade below their value, according to the analysis of the value investor.

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An investment strategy in which money is put into a variety assets.

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A place where shares of publicly listed companies are traded.

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Net Asset Value (NAV)

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