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Lemon

A very disappointing investment. Your expected return wasn't even close to being achieved.

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Just like the used car that breaks down while driving out of the lot, these investments leave a bitter taste.

See also: Expected Return, Underperform

Lemon

An investment with poor results.

lemon

A poorly performing investment. Many technology stocks became lemons during the 2000 and 2001 bear market.

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