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Money laundering

Money laundering

A method of moving money obtained illicitly through the financial system so it can be used legally.

A method of moving money obtained illicitly through the financial system so it can be used legally.

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SPAC

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Professional Client

An investor that is able to meet several regulatory criteria.

Compound interest

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Fixed Income

An investment that provides a fixed rate of return, often over a specific set of time.

Investment Trust

A company that pools money together from multiple investors and then invests it.

Base rate

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Depository

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

Investment Return

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

Maturity date

The date on which a gilt is redeemed and the gilt holder receives the repayment of the nominal amount and final dividend or coupon payment.

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