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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American Depository Receipt (ADRs)

Tradeable assets that let Americans invest in overseas stocks using US laws and dollars.
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Unicorn

A startup valued at over £1 billion. They are rare, hence the name.
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Value stocks

Stocks in companies that aren’t necessarily growing fast, but instead are dependable and stable.
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Gilt

What is a gilt?
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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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Fundamentals

The data or information that is likely to impact a company's stock price.
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Quick ratio

Learn what quick ratio stands for in financial terms and how to calculate it.
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Forward pricing

Mutual funds are traded on a forward pricing basis, meaning the price you see will be different to the price you may trade at.
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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.
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