Investments

stock

A type of security that represents an ownership share in a company, giving stockholders a claim on the company's assets and earnings.

investment

The allocation of resources, usually money, in order to generate income or profit.

dividends

Periodic payments made to shareholders from a company's profits.

capital gains

The increase in the value of an asset or investment over time, which is realized when the asset is sold.

stockholder

An individual or entity that owns shares in a company, entitled to vote on corporate matters and receive dividends.

stock exchange

A marketplace where stocks are bought and sold, facilitating trading among investors and ensuring liquidity for securities.

bonds

Debt securities issued by corporations or governments to raise capital, offering fixed interest payments over time.

maturity date

The date on which a bond's principal amount is to be paid in full to the bondholder, marking the end of the bond's term.

profit

The financial gain obtained when the revenue from an investment exceeds its costs or expenses.

capital loss

The loss incurred when the value of an investment decreases below its purchase price, realized when the investment is sold.

shareholder

An individual or institution that owns shares in a company, representing partial ownership and entitlement to a portion of the company's profits and assets.

brokerage firm

A company that facilitates the buying and selling of securities for investors, providing services such as investment advice and portfolio management.

coupon rate

The interest rate paid by bond issuers to bondholders, expressed as a percentage of the bond's face value.

par value

The nominal value of a bond or stock, which is stated on the certificate and is used to calculate interest payments and shareholder equity.