Blue-Chip Stock
InvestingGlossary term
Definition
Stock in a large, well-established, and financially sound company with a history of reliable performance. Examples include Apple, Microsoft, and Johnson & Johnson.
Related terms
- StockA share of ownership in a company. When you buy stock, you become a partial owner with potential to earn money through price appreciation and dividends.
- DividendA portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders, typically paid quarterly. Dividends provide a steady income stream in addition to potential stock price appreciation.
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