Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS)

A set of standards which investors use to present their investment results.

A set of standards which investors use to present their investment results.

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Alpha

The percentage by which an investor outperforms a relevant benchmark.
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Inflation

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

A trading venue operated by the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
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Over-The-Counter (OTC)

A security that is sold outside of an exchange.
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Dirty price

The total price payable on the purchase of a gilt. It’s calculated as the clean price plus accrued interest.
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Investment Trust

A company that pools money together from multiple investors and then invests it.
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Stock Exchange

A physical/digital place where stockbrokers and traders can buy and sell securities.
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Geometric Mean Return

A way of calculating compound returns on an investment or savings over a set period of time.
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Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

An investment trust specialised in investing in commercial property such as parking garages or GP offices.
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