Inflation

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

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

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Time Value of Money

The concept that money you have now is more valuable than the same sum in the future.
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Stock Exchange

A physical/digital place where stockbrokers and traders can buy and sell securities.
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Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS)

A set of standards which investors use to present their investment results.
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Venture Capital Trust (VCT)

A listed company run by a fund manager, investing mainly in private companies.e.
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ESG investing

ESG is a hot topic right now for investors. Understand what ESG investing is all about and how you can use it to diversify your portfolio.
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Depository

We look at what is a depository and what role they play in keeping markets work.
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Leverage

A method of trading using borrowed money that usually involves a very high level of risk.
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Margin call

Learn what a margin call stands for in financial terms.
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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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