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NASDAQ

A US stock exchange specialising in the shares of technology companies.

A US stock exchange specialising in the shares of technology companies.

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Yield

Income from an investment as a percentage of its current price.
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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.
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Balance sheet

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

Mutual funds are traded on a forward pricing basis, meaning the price you see will be different to the price you may trade at.
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Margin call

Learn what a margin call stands for in financial terms.
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Withholding Tax

A tax deduction made at the source of the payment.
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Inflation

The increase in the prices of goods and services over time, and the process by which money loses its value.
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Know Your Customer (KYC)

A legal requirement for financial firms to understand exactly who their customers are. Used to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.
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Capital

Learn what financial capital means
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