Stock Market Basics
What is a stock?
A share of ownership in a company
What year was Young Investors Society Established?
2015. It's quite a recent establishment!
What is an "investor"?
Someone who puts money into something expecting a profit
What is the basic unit of money in the U.S.?
The dollar
What is "risk" in investing?
The chance of losing money
What is the name of the place where stocks are traded?
The stock exchange
What is a challenge hosted by YIS that both applicants and YIS invest money into?
Dollar-A-Day, applicant and YIS both invest $30 in a month to help you build an investing habit.
What is a "portfolio"?
A collection of investments
What is a savings account used for?
Storing money while earning interest
What is "reward"?
The potential gain from investing
What does NYSE stand for?
New York Stock Exchange
What is YIS's capstone event of the year?
Global Stock Pitch Competition. A hands-on financial analysis experience while working on a professional-level project
What does "diversification" mean?
Spreading investments to reduce risk
What is a credit score?
A number that shows how reliable you are at paying back loans
True or False: High risk often means higher potential reward.
True
What happens when you buy low and sell high?
You make a profit
What can I do outside of club meetings?
Interactive lessons. There are 40+ that cover personal finance, economics, accounting, and investing fundamentals in a way that’s fun and practical
What is "beta"?
A measure of a stock's volatility compared to the market
What organization prints U.S. money?
The U.S. Treasury
What is a "safe" investment example?
A savings account or a government bond
What is a stock ticker symbol?
A short set of letters identifying a company (e.g., AAPL for Apple)
What certification can you earn?
Certified Young Investment Analyst Designation. It is a credential that is widely recognized and respected by universities and future employers, making it a powerful addition to college applications, resumes, and scholarship opportunities.
What does ROI stand for?
Return on Investment
What is inflation?
The rise in prices and fall of money's value over time
What is a "volatile" stock?
A stock that changes value quickly and unpredictably