Economy

Shareholder

A shareholder is an individual or institution that owns at least one share of a company's stock. They have a…

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Serious Fraud Office (SFO)

The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) is the UK's specialist agency tackling the largest and most complex cases of fraud, bribery,…

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Self-invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs)

SIPPs offer greater control over your pension investments. They allow you to choose from a wide range of assets, moving…

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Savings Account

A savings account is a bank deposit account that allows you to save money while earning interest. It's a secure…

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Rights Issue Explained

A rights issue allows existing shareholders to buy new shares, typically at a discount. This is a common way for…

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Retail Prices Index (RPI)

The Retail Prices Index (RPI) is a measure of inflation that tracks changes in the cost of a representative basket…

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Regressive Tax

A regressive tax takes a larger percentage of income from lower-income earners than from higher-income earners. It disproportionately impacts those…

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Recession: Understanding Economic Downturns

A recession is a significant, widespread, and prolonged downturn in economic activity. It's characterized by falling GDP, rising unemployment, and…

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Real Interest Rate

The real interest rate reflects the actual purchasing power of returns on an investment or loan. It accounts for inflation,…

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Rate of Return

The rate of return measures the gain or loss on an investment over a specific period, expressed as a percentage…

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