Financial Leverage

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Definition of “Financial Leverage” :

“Financial Leverage” refers to the use of borrowed money (debt) to finance the purchase of assets with the expectation that the income or capital gain from the new asset will exceed the cost of borrowing. In South Africa, it’s commonly used by businesses and investors to increase potential returns, although it also comes with higher risk.

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