Resources for Stocks

Find information on stock trading, stock markets, and other financial investing topics. Review listings to find links to companies that specialize in online stock trading.
Penny Stocks

Quickly find traders and sellers of penny stocks. Review listings for links to information about penny stocks and how to buy and trade penny stocks online or offline. more »

Stock Market Commentary

Providers of stock market commentary and fundamental analysis. more »

401k Plans

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401k Rollover

Business directory to 401k rollover information and advice. more »

403(b) Plans

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Chaikin Stock Research

Stock research tools from Wall Street expert Marc Chaikin, distilled into clear displays. Delivered as iPhone mobile application with in-app trading.

http://www.chaikinpowertools.com
Investment Software

Stock market investment software for finding Value stocks using investment strategies and fundamental analysis techniques.

http://ValueStockSelector.com/

Stocks Basics


Stock market investing can be a good way to put your money to work on your retirement. If you believe in a particular business, stocks provide a means of investing in it. By purchasing stocks, you are providing companies with capital for business operations. Alternately, if you need to raise capital for your business, consider going public and selling stocks in your company.

If a company does well, investments grow, and investors make money. Stock trading comes with some risk, and prices can range widely. The Internet has changed the face of trading, as more and more people are buying stocks online. Consider the following when mastering the stocks basics:

1. Purchase stocks listed on one of multiple stock exchanges.

2. Register with an online broker to begin trading stocks.

3. Get your feet wet by purchasing stocks with lower risk.

Find stocks to buy on several exchanges

Stock market investment takes place on exchanges all over the world. Each market has different minimum listing requirements. Companies can be listed on multiple exchanges, in multiple countries.

Use an online broker to purchase stocks from any location with an Internet connection

There are several online brokers from which to choose for your stock trading. These companies offer similar services, but some have more advanced options available, while others charge lower fees. A flat fee is usually charged for each trade, purchase or sale made on an exchange. Orders of large numbers of shares may incur additional fees.

Protect your investment while you learn by purchasing stocks with lower risk

Two of the safer bets in the stock market are dividend stocks and mutual funds. Dividend stocks provide an avenue to invest in the stock market that can pay in multiple ways. These stocks can grow in value over time, but also pay a dividend yield to all shareholders. Mutual funds are investment companies that have assets invested in a variety of stocks, bonds and other financial instruments. Because of the range of investment types, risk is spread.
  • It can be tempting to invest in a company with a lot of buzz on a hunch. Before investing in stocks, however, you must do your homework. Make sure a company is financially sound and has earning potential before investing your hard earned money.