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Investment Return

Investment Return

The amount of money made or lost from an investment. Usually expressed as a percentage.

The amount of money made or lost from an investment. Usually expressed as a percentage.

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Investment Return

The amount of money made or lost from an investment. Usually expressed as a percentage.

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