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Ownership stake in a company; common vs preferred

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Stock

Ownership stake in a company; common vs preferred

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Stock represents ownership in a corporation. Common stock provides voting rights and potential dividends. Preferred stock offers priority claims but usually no voting rights. Market capitalization = Share Price × Shares Outstanding.

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#ownership #equity #voting rights #capital structure

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Category: Fundamental

Fundamental analysis examines a company's financial health, management quality, and market position to determine intrinsic value.

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