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Leverage

Leverage

A method of trading using borrowed money that usually involves a very high level of risk.

A method of trading using borrowed money that usually involves a very high level of risk.

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Investment Return

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

Inflation

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

SPAC

Find our what a SPAc or special purpose acquisition company is.

Value stocks

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

Income statement

A summary of a company's income and expenses over a set period of time.

Total Return

This is the measurement of a fund’s performance in a specific period.

Equity

The amount of money a company would be left with by subtracting its liabilities from the value of its assets.

Withholding Tax

A tax deduction made at the source of the payment.

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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