Stock
InvestingGlossary term
Definition
A 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.
Related terms
- 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.
- 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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