Large-Cap Stock
InvestingGlossary term
Definition
Stock in a company with market capitalization over $10 billion. Generally more stable and less volatile than small-cap stocks. Examples include Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon.
Related terms
- Market CapitalizationThe total market value of a company's outstanding shares, calculated by multiplying share price by number of shares. Categories include small-cap, mid-cap, and large-cap.
- Small-Cap StockStock in a company with market capitalization between $300 million and $2 billion. Generally more volatile than large-cap stocks but with higher growth potential.
- Blue-Chip StockStock in a large, well-established, and financially sound company with a history of reliable performance. Examples include Apple, Microsoft, and Johnson & Johnson.
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