RATE OF RETURN
The rate of return refers to the gain or loss on an investment over a period, expressed as a percentage increase over the initial investment cost. Gains on investments are considered to be any income received from the security plus realized capital gains.
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Personal Interest
A type of interest taxpayers pays on personal and consumer loans. It is nondeductible, and the rates charged are usually quite high.
Cash and Carry Transaction
Transaction in the futures market in which the cash or spot price of a given commodity is lower than the futures contract price. Such deals are con ...
Listed Security
An investment instrument that is traded in an exchange such as the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. The financial instrument being traded includ ...
Synergy
Concept stipulating the combined value and performance of two companies are greater than the total of each individual parts. Most commonly used in ...
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