common stocks

Equity market securities

Common stocks are shares of ownership in a corporation, entitling holders to vote on company matters and receive dividends when declared.

Unlike preferred stocks, common stockholders stand last in line for assets if the company liquidates, but they benefit most when the company thrives.

She invested her savings in common stocks.

Most stock market trading involves common stocks.

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