What is an 'income statement'? Definition & meaning

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Capital

Learn what financial capital means

Volatility

A measure of how much the prices of an asset or index vary over time.

Costs and Charges

The money you pay when investing.

Inflation

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

Balance sheet

A summary of a company's finances, including its assets, liabilities and shareholder equity.

Running yield

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

Equity

The amount of money a company would be left with by subtracting its liabilities from the value of its assets.

Rate of Return

Profit on an investment, expressed as a percentage of the investment.

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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