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Stocks and Stock Investing FAQ

Frequenty asked questions about stocks, stock investing for the individual investor, and how stocks affect the US economy.

What Are Stocks?

A definition of stocks.

What Are the Benefits of Stock Investing for the Individual Investor?

Definition of stock investing and the benefits for the individual investor.

How Does an Individual Investor Participate in Stock Investing?

A brief description of how individual investors can participate in stock investing.

How do Stocks and Stock Investing Affect the US Economy?

A brief description of how stocks and stock investing affects the US economy.

Other People's Money

A review of the book "Other People's Money" by Nomi Prins.

What Is the S&P 500?

How is the S&P 500 is different from the Dow.

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