A share certificate is the written document that shows you own part of a company, which is great until you lose it and have to explain to your cat why you can't afford their gourmet kibble anymore!
A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) is a subsidiary created to isolate financial risk. It serves as a separate entity for financial activities, which can sometimes lead to amusing and dubious financial antics.
A subscription agreement is an investor's formal agreement to invest in a limited partnership or private placement offering, outlining the terms of the investment.
An essential measure for evaluating the performance of an investment portfolio's growth over time, commonly used by investment managers to ensure fair returns comparison.