What is 'Over-The-Counter (OTC)'? Definition & meaning

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Depository

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

Income statement

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

OEIC

Unique to the UK, these funds pool together money to invest from multiple investors.

Key Information Document (KID)

A document issued by an investment fund to help investors determine if it's the right fund for them.

Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

An investment trust specialised in investing in commercial property such as parking garages or GP offices.

Maturity value

What's the maturity value of a bond?

Volatility

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

Base rate

What's the base rate?

Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

A means of calculating the potential future return on an investment.

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