What is 'Hedge Fund'? | Freetrade Dictionary

Investment funds that are often associated with riskier and shorter-term trading strategies.

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Fundamentals

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

Maturity date

The date on which a gilt is redeemed and the gilt holder receives the repayment of the nominal amount and final dividend or coupon payment.

Base rate

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Nominal amount

The face value of a gilt. It represents the amount that will be repaid to the holder at maturity and is also used to calculate the dividend or coupon payment.

Money laundering

A method of moving money obtained illicitly through the financial system so it can be used legally.

Inflation

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

Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)

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

Beta

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Quick ratio

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