// TRADING TERMINOLOGY
What is Stock / Share?
A unit of ownership in a company, entitling the holder to a proportional share of its profits and assets.
In-Depth Explanation
Read the full guide: [What Is a Stock?](/basic/what-is-a-stock)
Practical Example
"Buying 100 shares of Rolls-Royce gives you fractional ownership of the business and entitlement to any dividends paid."
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