IFA Jargon Buster

The world of finance can be confusing. If you're unsure of some technical terms, explore our handy jargon buster to see the definition.

XD (Ex-Dividend)

The interval between the announcement and payment of the next dividend. In the case of a unit trust, this is the interval between the announcement and payment of the next income distribution.

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