The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a sovereign state in Europe.lthough the United Kingdom, as a sovereign state, is a country, England, Scotland, Wales, and to a lesser degree, Northern Ireland, are also regarded as countries, though they are not sovereign states. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have devolved self-government.
DEFINITION of 'Investment'. An asset or item that is purchased with the hope that it will generate income or appreciate in the future.
Warren Buffettâs Definition of Investing. From the Berkshire Hathaway 2011 Letter to Shareholders: with my edits. Investing is often described as the process of laying out money now in the expectation of receiving more money in the future.