Underwriter (shares)
An underwriter for shares acts as an intermediary, buying newly issued securities…
Tracker Funds: An Overview
Tracker funds, also known as index funds, passively replicate a specific market…
Stock: Understanding Ownership and Investment
A stock represents ownership in a corporation, granting shareholders rights to profits…
Split Capital Investment Trusts
Split capital investment trusts, often called 'splits', are a type of investment…
Short Selling Explained
Short selling is a trading strategy where investors sell borrowed securities, expecting…
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
REITs allow individuals to invest in large-scale, income-producing real estate without directly…
Preference Shares: A Hybrid Investment
Preference shares offer a unique blend of debt and equity features. They…
Ponzi Scheme: Understanding the Fraudulent Investment
A Ponzi scheme is a fraudulent investment operation where early investors are…
Nominal Interest Rate
The nominal interest rate is the stated interest rate before accounting for…
