Stock splits increase the number of the shares you own, but decrease the value of your total holdings with the company.

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What is a a stock?

A stock represents an ownership stake in a company as a common shareholder.

Common stocks allow shareholders to vote on company issues, with most companies granting one vote per share.

Some companies also offer stockholders dividend payouts, giving investors a stream of income on top of the market value of the stock.
 


Stock splits increase the number of the shares you own, but decrease the value of your total holdings with the company.