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Operations Glossary

This Glossary identifies, defines, and clarifies the meaning of investment terms used by CalPERS in our investment policies. The purpose of the Glossary is to establish a uniform vocabulary of terms for users of these policies.

Choose from the letters below to find a specific Operations Investment Policy term or phrase. You'll also find information about the related policies and asset classes for each term.

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Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) - An accepted set of rules, conventions, standards, and procedures for reporting financial information, as established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). See also International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

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Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) - Standardized, industry-wide ethical principles created by the CFA Institute that provide investment firms with guidance on how to calculate and report their investment results.

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