Bulk goods such as metals, grains and foods are traded on a commodities exchange. A security representing ownership in a company. Stockholders actually own part of the corporate assets and so share in the profits and losses. Voting shareholders have the right to attend annual meetings and voice opinions on the general operations. Many shareholders have the right to elect the board of directors and vote on important changes within the organization.
Many companies pay annual dividends.
Bond holders, on the other hand, are simply creditors with no ownership privileges. The Consumer Price Index measures the cost of buying a fixed bundle of goods that are representative of the purchases of consumers. The original cost of an investment, used to determine capital gains and losses for tax purposes. This Web site is authorized for distribution only if accompanied by a prospectus . Please read it carefully before investing.