Financial Dictionary
Investing Glossary
Plain-English definitions of financial terms — from Amortisation to Zero-Coupon Bonds.
EPS Earnings Per Share
Intermediate
A company's net profit divided by its number of outstanding shares. Used to gauge profitability on a per-share basis and to calculate the P/E ratio.
Expense Ratio Beginner
The annual fee a mutual fund charges to manage your money, shown as a percentage of your investment. Lower is generally better for long-term returns.