Preferred stocks are hybrid instruments with some bond-like and some equity-like characteristics. Like bonds, they rank above common stocks in a company’s capital structure, making them less risky ...

Advisors know client portfolios tend to sprawl over time. In Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits, Philip A. Fisher argues for a different approach: a focused list of well‑researched growth companies ...

Preferred stock is a type of equity that also serves as a fixed-income instrument. Preferred stock is a little-known type of ...

Most references to "stocks" refer to common stocks. But those new to investing might be wondering "what is common stock?". Common stock is a type of security that gives you partial ownership in a ...

Default risk refers to the possibility that a company may fail to meet its financial obligations, such as paying dividends or repaying debt. When a company that has issued common stock defaults, the ...

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...

Exchange Bank (OTC: EXSR) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a new common stock repurchase program.

Stock investors can choose from thousands of companies across various sectors. However, some investors may not know that they can also choose between common and preferred stock. While common stock is ...

Whenever we talk about investment, the first thing that comes to mind is stocks. It is also one of the most typical investment vehicles issued by public companies. There are two major types of stocks- ...