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rate of return

/reɪt əv rɪˈtɜːn/

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/reɪt əv rɪˈtɜːn/C1formalbusiness
  • ruФинансовый термин, обозначающий прибыль или убыток от инвестиций за определенный период, выраженный в процентах от первоначальной стоимости инвестиций.

A financial term referring to the gain or loss on an investment over a specified period, expressed as a percentage of the initial investment cost.

  1. Investment ProfitabilityB2formal

    The gain or loss on an investment over a specified period, expressed as a percentage of the initial investment cost.

    ruДоходность инвестиций

    • The rate of return on the stock was 12% last year.
    • Investors always look for a high rate of return on their capital.
    • The company calculated the rate of return for the new project.
  2. Performance MetricB2formal

    A measure used to evaluate the efficiency or profitability of an investment or business activity.

    ruПоказатель эффективности

    • The rate of return helps compare different investment opportunities.
    • A negative rate of return indicates a loss on the investment.
    • They aim for a consistent rate of return over the long term.