When you flip to the financial section of the newspaper there seems to be one thing that everyone is always talking about: The Stock Market. If you’re just starting to familiarize yourself with the world of investing, you first need to know what everyone is talking about when they refer to this ubiquitous term.

• • The stock market can be seen as an incredibly mystifying and risky place if you’re not already familiar with the inner workings of this investment venue. There’s a lot more to it than the old adage, “Buy low, sell high!”
  • Here we explain the basics and provide you with a quick breakdown of the top 5 things you need to know before investing in stocks.

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