Financial Dictionary

Investing Glossary

Plain-English definitions of financial terms — from Amortisation to Zero-Coupon Bonds.

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Short Selling Advanced
Borrowing shares to sell them immediately, hoping to buy them back later at a lower price and profit from the difference. A bet that a stock will fall.
SIP Systematic Investment Plan Beginner
A fixed amount invested into a mutual fund at regular intervals (usually monthly), regardless of market price. Smooths out the effect of market ups and downs over time.
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