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Why Are Stocks Called Stocks

The term “stock” is derived from the Old English word “stocc” meaning “stake”. A stock, in the early days of joint stock companies, was a pole that was inserted into the ground to mark the boundaries of the company’s land.  A stock certificate is a document that represents the ownership of shares in a company. […]

What Does A Share Mean In Stocks

What does a share mean in stocks? A share is a unit of ownership in a company. When you buy a share of a company, you become a part of that company and own a portion of it. Shares are also called stocks. When a company goes public, it sells shares of its stock to […]

What Is The Difference Between Stocks And Shares

There is a lot of confusion between stocks and shares, so let’s clear that up first. A share is a unit of ownership in a company. When you buy a share, you become a part owner of the company. Shares are also known as stocks. A stock is a certificate that represents a certain number […]