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Absolute Return

Total return on an investment over a period, regardless of benchmark

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Absolute Return

Total return on an investment over a period, regardless of benchmark

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Absolute return measures the total return on an investment over a specific period without comparing it to any benchmark or market index. It focuses purely on the actual performance achieved, whether positive or negative. This approach is commonly used by hedge funds and alternative investment strategies that aim to generate positive returns in any market condition.

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Fundamental analysis examines a company's financial health, management quality, and market position to determine intrinsic value.

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