Xetra

A method of moving money obtained illicitly through the financial system so it can be used legally.

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.

A startup valued at over £1 billion. They are rare, hence the name.

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

A return calculated over the time period invested, that excludes extraneous elements, such as deposits to and withdrawals from the investment accounted.

A legal requirement for financial firms to understand exactly who their customers are. Used to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.

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

Tradeable assets that let Americans invest in overseas stocks using US laws and dollars.

A graphical representation of interest rates over time