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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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American Depository Receipts (ADRs)

Tradeable assets that let Americans invest in overseas stocks using US laws and dollars.

Inflation

The increase in the prices of goods and services over time, and the process by which money loses its value.

SPAC

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Running yield

The annual interest payment (dividend) divided by the current market price of a bond.

Withholding Tax

A tax deduction made at the source of the payment.

Unit Trusts

A collective investment scheme the investors pay money into in exchange for units. The money is invested in a diversified portfolio of assets.

ESG investing

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Securities

Bonds and stocks.

Over-The-Counter (OTC)

A security that is sold outside of an exchange.

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