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A measure of how much the prices of an asset or index vary over time.

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

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Mutual funds and investment trusts are priced on their net asset value (NAV).

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A summary of a company's finances, including its assets, liabilities and shareholder equity.

The face value of a gilt. It represents the amount that will be repaid to the holder at maturity and is also used to calculate the dividend or coupon payment.

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

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