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.

More terms

Gilt

What is a gilt?
Read more

Quick ratio

Learn what quick ratio stands for in financial terms and how to calculate it.
Read more

Retail Prices Index (RPI)

An index published each month by the Office for National Statistics, which measures the level of retail prices in the UK. Cash flows on all index-linked gilts are linked to the RPI.
Read more

NASDAQ

A US stock exchange specialising in the shares of technology companies.
Read more

Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)

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

Spot Rate

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

Custodian bank

Learn what a custodian bank is.
Read more

Year to Date (YTD)

A period of time that starts with the first day of the current calendar year and ends with today.
Read more

Inflation

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

You’re just minutes away from commission-free investing

When you invest, your capital is at risk