Definition
Investment return before adjusting for inflation.
Why it’s relevant today
Account statements usually display nominal performance first.
Why it matters
Comparing nominal and real returns prevents misleading conclusions.
Investment return before adjusting for inflation.
Account statements usually display nominal performance first.
Comparing nominal and real returns prevents misleading conclusions.
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