What is 'Internal Rate of Return (IRR)'? Definition & meaning

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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.

Depository

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

Technical Analysis

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

Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)

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

Growth stocks

These are stocks in companies that are considered to be “growing”. These companies may be delivering new products and services, or entering new markets.

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

An investment trust specialised in investing in commercial property such as parking garages or GP offices.

Bull market

We explain what a 'bull market' means

Value stocks

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

LSE

London Stock Exchange, which was founded in 1571 and now has a market cap of almost $5 trillion.

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Internal Rate of Return (IRR)