Stocks, or equities as they are also known, are a type of security that represents ownership in a corporation and carries a claim to part of the corporation's assets and earnings.

Over the years investors have turned to stocks to build long-term wealth— either directly or through planned savings programs such as 401(k) plans or stock purchase programs.

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