Time Value of Money

The concept that money you have now is more valuable than the same sum in the future.

The concept that money you have now is more valuable than the same sum in the future.

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Bull market

We explain what a 'bull market' means
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Over-The-Counter (OTC)

A security that is sold outside of an exchange.
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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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Running yield

The annual interest payment (dividend) divided by the current market price of a bond.
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DMO

The United Kingdom Debt Management Office. It’s an executive agency responsible for managing the government’s debt and cash needs, primarily through issuing gilts and Treasury bills.
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Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS)

A set of standards which investors use to present their investment results.
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OEIC

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

Learn what Beta stands for in finance.
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Professional Client

An investor that is able to meet several regulatory criteria.
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