Common Stock
InvestingThe most typical type of stock, representing ownership with voting rights but last priority in liquidation.
Example
Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Common Stock — the most typical type of stock, representing ownership with voting rights but last — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.