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Tracking Error
Definition of Tracking Error
Tracking error measures how closely a portfolio or fund follows the performance of its benchmark index. It represents the volatility of the difference between fund returns and benchmark returns. A lower tracking error indicates closer alignment, while a higher tracking error suggests greater deviation due to costs, strategy, or holdings.
Related Terms
Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD)
Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) is a popular momentum indicator used to identify trend direction and strength. It is derived by taking the difference between a short-period EMA and a long-period EMA and is typically used along with a signal line to spot potential buy or sell signals.
Forward Price
The forward price is the final value at which a forward contract is exercised, that is, delivered to the buyer by the seller. It is different from the spot price of the underlying asset as it includes the cost of carry like interest rates, storage cost, and other carrying charges. The formula to calculate forward price is:
Forward price: Spot Price − Cost of Carry (storage costs, interest rate, etc)
Forward price: Spot Price − Cost of Carry (storage costs, interest rate, etc)
Net Worth
Net Worth represents the overall financial value of an individual or company after subtracting total liabilities from total assets. It shows the true financial position at a given point in time and is commonly used to assess financial strength and stability.
Leverage In Stock Market
Leverage is a loan that a broker offers to allow traders to take up bigger positions by paying lesser capital. This feature is known as Margin Trading Facility (MTF) or simply margin funding. Leverage is often represented as a multiple like 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X and so on. For example, getting 5X leverage on a trade worth ₹1,00,000 means you’ll pay ₹20,000 and the broker will cover the rest of the ₹80,000.
Operating Cash Flow (OCF)
Operating Cash Flow (OCF) measures the amount of cash generated by a company from its normal, day-to-day business activities. It is a key element in a company's cash flow statement. OCF indicates the company's ability to generate enough cash internally to sustain and expand its operations without access to external financing. A consistently positive and growing OCF is a sign of strong financial health and operational efficiency.
Consumer Price Index
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures how costly goods and services have become over time. It is calculated by measuring the weighted average of the percentage change in the price of a basket of goods and services.
If the CPI increases, it means that inflation is on the rise. In India, the CPI replaced Whosale Price Index (WPI) as the primary measure of inflation in 2013.
If the CPI increases, it means that inflation is on the rise. In India, the CPI replaced Whosale Price Index (WPI) as the primary measure of inflation in 2013.
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