BusinessJune 30, 2026

dispersion

/dɪˈspɜːrʒən/

Definition

The extent to which the performance or returns of individual investments within a category vary from one another.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'dispersio,' meaning 'a scattering.' It entered English in the 16th century via French to describe the act of distributing or separating things over a wide area.

In the news

The article uses 'dispersion' to highlight that private market investments have a wider range of potential outcomes than public markets, making the selection of high-performing assets critical.

What Are Venture Capital Trusts, and Should You Invest in Them?

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