← All Glossary GAAP A common set of accounting standards, conventions, and rules used by US public companies to measure and report financial results, ensuring consistency and comparability. Gamma An options Greek measuring the rate of change in an option's delta for a one-unit change in the underlying asset's price, indicating delta stability. GDP (Gross Domestic Product) The total monetary value of all finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific time period, a primary indicator of economic health. Gold A precious metal serving as a traditional store of value, inflation hedge, and safe-haven asset, often included in portfolios for diversification. Goodwill An intangible asset representing the premium paid over book value in an acquisition, reflecting brand reputation, customer relationships, and intellectual property. Government Bond A debt security issued by a national government, considered low-risk with varying maturities, including Treasury bills, notes, and bonds in the US. Greeks A set of risk measures (Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, Rho) quantifying an option's sensitivity to different factors like price, time, volatility, and interest rates. Greenwashing The practice of exaggerating or misrepresenting environmental and sustainability credentials to attract ESG-focused investors, potentially violating securities anti-fraud provisions. Growth Investing An investment style focused on companies expected to grow earnings or revenue faster than the market average, often reinvesting profits rather than paying dividends. Growth Stock Shares of a company expected to grow at an above-average rate compared to its industry or the overall market, typically trading at higher valuations without paying dividends.
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