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Go behind the scenes to find out how the markets work, how money gains and loses value, the meaning of financial trends and indicators and the things you need to know when making investments and measuring performance.
 
 
 
Your Guide to Investing
 
 
Do you want to know more about the intricacies of money and finance? If you're not quite sure about all the financial jargon, here's a literate, forthright and dynamic way to learn.
 
Investing
Careful investing can both increase your income and build the value of your assets.

Stocks
Stocks are ownership shares that investors buy in a corporation.

Bonds
A bond is a loan that pays interest over a fixed term, or period of time.

   Retirement
Learn how to live comfortably after you retire.


Mutual Funds
Mutual funds offer investors the benefits of economy, diversification and the expertise of a professional manager.
 
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Glossary
 
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