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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.
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