Retail Prices Index (RPI)

An index published each month by the Office for National Statistics, which measures the level of retail prices in the UK. Cash flows on all index-linked gilts are linked to the RPI.

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Alpha

The percentage by which an investor outperforms a relevant benchmark.
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Earnings per share

We look at what earnings per share mean and how to calculate it
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Gross Margin

The difference between a company's revenue and the cost to produce its goods/services, divided by revenue.
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Bull market

We explain what a 'bull market' means
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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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Income statement

A summary of a company's income and expenses over a set period of time.
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Net Income (NI)

The money a firm is left with from sales after subtracting taxes and different business costs.
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Venture Capital Trust (VCT)

A listed company run by a fund manager, investing mainly in private companies.e.
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Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

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