Securities
InvestingGlossary term
Definition
Tradable financial assets including stocks, bonds, options, and mutual funds. Regulated by the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) to protect investors.
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.
- BondA fixed-income investment where an investor loans money to an entity (government or corporation) that borrows the funds for a defined period at a fixed interest rate.
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