Glossary Of Terms

 

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gearing

The ratio of debt to equity, usually the relationship between long-term borrowings and shareholders' funds.

goodwill

Any surplus money paid to acquire a company that exceeds its net tangible assets value.

gross profit

Sales less cost of goods or services sold. Also referred to as gross profit margin, or gross profit, and often abbreviated to simply 'margin'. See also 'net profit'.

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