What is 'Year to Date (YTD)'? Definition & meaning

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The increase in the prices of goods and services over time, and the process by which money loses its value.

Coupon

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Money laundering

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

Fundamentals

The data or information that is likely to impact a company's stock price.

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

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Geometric Mean Return

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

Technical Analysis

Examining price movements of shares and other assets, and trying to predict how they will move in the future.

Net asset value

Mutual funds and investment trusts are priced on their net asset value (NAV).

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Year to Date (YTD)