Spot Rate

The currency exchange rate a bank quotes, valid with immediate effect.

The currency exchange rate a bank quotes, valid with immediate effect.

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Geometric Mean Return

A way of calculating compound returns on an investment or savings over a set period of time.
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Depository

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

What is a gilt?
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S&P 500

Find out what is the definition of the S&P 500 index.
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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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Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Product (PRIIP)

An investment where, regardless of its legal form, the amount repayable to the retail investor is subject to fluctuations.
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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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Margin call

Learn what a margin call stands for in financial terms.
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Wall Street

A street in New York that became a figure of speech for the financial markets of the US.
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