Investment glossary terms beginning with the letter L:

Leading Indicator – Specific changes in economic activity that occur before the economy recognizes the changes. Leading indicators point, or indicate, the future movement of the overall economy. Examples of leading indicators include unemployment insurance claims, stock prices and stock market index averages, money supply, building permits and inventory levels.

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