Leverage
leverage (gearing) is any technique used to multiply gains and losses; usually it involves buying assets with borrowed funds, in the hope that income or price appreciation will exceed the cost of borrowing
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leverage (gearing) is any technique used to multiply gains and losses; usually it involves buying assets with borrowed funds, in the hope that income or price appreciation will exceed the cost of borrowing
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