Business/15. Stock Market Part 1 (What is shares_ ).
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If you are new to the stock market, understanding shares is the first step to learning how businesses and investors make money. Let’s break it down in an easy way!
A share represents ownership in a company. When you buy a share, you become a shareholder (part-owner) of that company.
Example:
Suppose a company is worth ₹10,00,000 and issues 10,000 shares. If you buy 100 shares, you own 1% of the company.
Companies issue shares to raise money for:
Expanding their business
Launching new products
Paying off debts
In return, investors get ownership and may receive profits in two ways:
Dividends – A part of the company’s profit paid to shareholders.
Capital Gains – Selling the share at a higher price than you bought it.
Equity Shares – Common shares that give you voting rights and a share in profits.
Preference Shares – Fixed dividend shares, but usually no voting rights.
Share prices go up and down due to:
Company performance
Demand & supply in the market
Economic conditions
Global news & events
Example: If a company announces good profits, demand for its shares increases, and the share price rises!
Key Terms to Know
Stock Exchange – A marketplace where shares are bought and sold (e.g., NSE, BSE).
IPO (Initial Public Offering) – When a company sells shares to the public for the first time.
Market Capitalization – Total value of a company’s shares (Share Price × Total Shares).
Bull Market – When stock prices are rising.
Bear Market – When stock prices are falling.
Final Thoughts
Buying shares is a way to invest and grow wealth over time.
Always research before investing in any stock.
The stock market has risks, but with knowledge, you can make smart decisions!
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