Financial Glossary

Quick definitions for the metrics and concepts you see in StockLrn.

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Beta
A measure of volatility compared to the overall market.
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Hedge
An investment made to reduce risk from adverse price movements.
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Leverage
The use of borrowed money to amplify potential returns.
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Volatility
The degree of variation in a stock's price over time.
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