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Hypothesis Testing

Hypothesis Testing

A mathematical test used to determine whether a claim is true or false.

A mathematical test used to determine whether a claim is true or false.

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Spot Rate

The currency exchange rate a bank quotes, valid with immediate effect.

Securities

Bonds and stocks.

Stock Exchange

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

NYSE

The world's largest stock exchange. Wall St HQ.

DMO

The United Kingdom Debt Management Office. It’s an executive agency responsible for managing the government’s debt and cash needs, primarily through issuing gilts and Treasury bills.

Unicorn

A startup valued at over £1 billion. They are rare, hence the name.

S&P 500

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Capital

Learn what financial capital means

Clean price

The quoted price of a gilt, which excludes accrued interest

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