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Inflation

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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Technical Analysis

Examining price movements of shares and other assets, and trying to predict how they will move in the future.

Accounting standards

The rules a company follows when preparing financial statements.

Money laundering

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

Securities

Bonds and stocks.

Junk Bond

A form of debt investment that carries higher risk because of the likelihood that the issuer will default.

Quick ratio

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Bed & ISA

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Key Information Document (KID)

A document issued by an investment fund to help investors determine if it's the right fund for them.

Account balance

The amount of money a user has stored in a financial repository.

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