Investment terms explained: Demystifying the financial jargon

01/06/2023
Investing can be a powerful tool for growing your wealth and securing a better financial future. Yet, fear of the unknown often holds people back. Use of jargon and complex sounding concepts can act as a barrier for many Kiwis to “get ahead” financially. When a few members got in touch recently asking for simple explanations for key financial terms, we wanted to help!

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