Short selling is a trading strategy where investors sell borrowed securities, expecting the price to fall, and then buy them…
Share options grant the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell a stock at a predetermined price within…
A share index, like the S&P 500, tracks the performance of a group of stocks. It serves as a benchmark…
A rights issue allows existing shareholders to buy new shares, typically at a discount. This is a common way for…
REITs allow individuals to invest in large-scale, income-producing real estate without directly owning or managing properties. They offer diversification and…
The rate of return measures the gain or loss on an investment over a specific period, expressed as a percentage…
The PE ratio compares a company's current share price to its earnings per share. It's a valuation metric used to…
Preference shares offer a unique blend of debt and equity features. They provide fixed dividends, similar to bonds, but represent…
Precipice bonds are high-yield debt instruments that carry a significant risk of default. Often issued by companies with weak financial…
An ordinary share, also known as common stock, represents ownership in a company. Holders have voting rights and are entitled…