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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Net Asset Value (NAV)

The value of a company's assets relative to the number of shares it has.
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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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Wall Street

A street in New York that became a figure of speech for the financial markets of the US.
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Stock Exchange

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

A form of fraud designed to lure new investors, and pays the earlier backers by using the new investors' money.
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Value Investing

The art of buying shares which trade below their value, according to the analysis of the value investor.
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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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Dirty price

The total price payable on the purchase of a gilt. It’s calculated as the clean price plus accrued interest.
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Costs and Charges

The money you pay when investing.
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