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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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United States Dollar (USD)

The famous greenback our friends in the US use as currency.

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The rules a company follows when preparing financial statements.

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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Gross Margin

The difference between a company's revenue and the cost to produce its goods/services, divided by revenue.

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