Inflation

A long-term, increase in the average price of goods and services in a given economy

Investment

Putting money into a venture, business, or asset with the hope of making money back.

Inventory

A thorough list of the items and services a company has available. In operations, signifies that flowrate may need to be increased.

IPO (Initial Public Offering)

The first stock offering by a private company to the general public.

Irrevocable trust

A formal agreement in which a person transfers their assets to a trustee on their behalf in order to benefit a designated beneficiary.

Itemized deduction

A tax deduction that is claimed as an itemized deduction on a tax return rather than as the standard deduction.

Insurance

A deal whereby a person or organization pays a business a fee in exchange for financial security against potential losses.

Intellectual property

Legal rights associated with intellectual property, including inventions, literary and artistic works, and brand names, logos, and images.

Interest

The cost of borrowing is frequently expressed as a percentage of the loan amount.

Internal rate of return (IRR)

A calculation of an investment's profitability that involves dividing yearly cash flows by the initial capital investment

International market

A market that crosses international borders.

Interim dividend

A dividend paid before the conclusion of the fiscal year for a firm.

Inventory turnover

A ratio that is used to determine the pace at which a business sells its products.

Investment portfolio

A variety of investments that are handled as a single entity and include stocks, bonds, and cash equivalents.