Stocks Vocabulary

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Vocabulary flashcards covering key stock market concepts from the notes.

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Stock

A certificate of ownership in a corporation; a security issued by a company to raise funds, representing ownership in the firm.

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Shares

The portions of stock issued by a corporation; each share represents a unit of ownership.

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Dividends

A portion of a corporation's profits paid out to shareholders.

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Capital Gains

Profit from selling a stock for more than its purchase price.

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Capital Gains Tax

Tax on realized capital gains; 15% rate as stated in the notes.

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Capital Loss

Loss incurred when selling a stock for less than its purchase price.