A plan which enables investors to accumulate shares in a mutual fund by purchasing them on a regular.

The approach to investing which aims to invest in fast-growing companies which are rapidly.

The 14 day period during which a new policy holder can cancel an insurance/assurance policy. This.

Taxes which are imposed directly on the individual paying them. Examples of direct taxation are.

(FAR) The amount by which a company's assets outweigh its liabilities, expressed as a percentage..

(IFP)The UK professional body committed to the development of financial planning. The Institute was set.

The documents by which naval officers hold their status as accredited officers in the navy they serve.

Liabilities that may or may not be incurred by a company and which depend on the outcome of say a.

(GNP)The total value of all goods and services produced by a country. Real growth in GNP measures the.

An index of the share prices of the 250 largest companies (by market capitalisation) immediately.

A unit or investment fund which invests in the stocks of growth companies.

The dividend declared before annual earnings are established. Companies in the UK usually pay two.

Purchase of shares without entitlement to current rights issues. This entitlement remains with the.

(CBI) An independent non-profit making, non party political organisation which represents the interests.

A commitment made by a person to be answerable for the debts or liabilities of.

Investment jargon for not keeping all your eggs in one basket. Diversification implies that you.

An option strategy with limited risk and limited profit potential that involves both a long (or.

A person specialising in insurance matters and who gives advice on the subject as well as arranging.

The gap between government spending and revenue and thus the amount that needs to be borrowed. .

(ICS)A compensation scheme for investors with operating rules set by the Financial Services Authority.