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Time Value of Money

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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Beta

Learn what Beta stands for in finance.

Profit and Loss Statement (P&L)

A statement that summarises firm's expenses, costs, and revenues incurred during a time period. AKA income statement.

Wall Street

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

Running yield

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

Depository

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

Hypothesis Testing

A mathematical test used to determine whether a claim is true or false.

Margin call

Learn what a margin call stands for in financial terms.

Total Return

This is the measurement of a fund’s performance in a specific period.

Costs and Charges

The money you pay when investing.

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