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Robo-advisory is a service that provides automated investment advice using algorithms and software platforms. These services utilize technology to analyze financial data and create personalized investment plans without the need for a human advisor. Robo-advisory platforms typically offer low fees, easy access, and automated portfolio rebalancing. This makes them an attractive option for individuals seeking a time- and cost-effective investment solution.

ROC (return on capital) is a metric that evaluates the profitability of an investment in relation to the capital used. It expresses the profit generated by a company or investment from each euro of invested capital. ROC is used to measure how efficiently a company or project utilizes its capital to generate profit. A high ROC indicates that the company is using its capital effectively, while a low ROC may signal the need for improvements in management and resource allocation.

A share is a unit of ownership in an investment fund or company. In the case of investment funds, it represents a portion of the total assets of a fund that belongs to an investor. The value of a share fluctuates depending on the fund's performance and the value of its assets. In the case of company stocks, it represents an ownership stake in the company, giving the shareholder the right to participate in its profits (such as through dividends) and vote at annual general meetings.

A share deal is a transaction in which the buyer acquires shares or equity interests in the target company, thereby gaining ownership of its assets and liabilities. In a share deal, the transaction does not involve trading individual assets but rather the company itself, meaning all its rights, obligations, contracts, and liabilities are transferred to the new owner. This type of transaction is common in mergers and acquisitions and can be attractive to buyers who wish to maintain existing business relationships and operations of the company.

A SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company) is a company created solely for the purpose of raising capital through an initial public offering (IPO) with the intention of later merging with or acquiring an existing private company. A SPAC does not have its own business operations or products; it serves solely as a vehicle for raising funds and bringing a target company public. SPACs are often referred to as "blank check" companies because their only asset is the capital raised from investors. For target companies, merging with a SPAC can be a faster and simpler way to become publicly traded.