Tag: investment

Underwriter (shares)

An underwriter for shares acts as an intermediary, buying newly issued securities…

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Tracker Funds: An Overview

Tracker funds, also known as index funds, passively replicate a specific market…

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Stock: Understanding Ownership and Investment

A stock represents ownership in a corporation, granting shareholders rights to profits…

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Split Capital Investment Trusts

Split capital investment trusts, often called 'splits', are a type of investment…

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Short Selling Explained

Short selling is a trading strategy where investors sell borrowed securities, expecting…

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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

REITs allow individuals to invest in large-scale, income-producing real estate without directly…

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Rate of Return

The rate of return measures the gain or loss on an investment…

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Preference Shares: A Hybrid Investment

Preference shares offer a unique blend of debt and equity features. They…

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Ponzi Scheme: Understanding the Fraudulent Investment

A Ponzi scheme is a fraudulent investment operation where early investors are…

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Nominal Interest Rate

The nominal interest rate is the stated interest rate before accounting for…

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