Types of Stocks

Stocks are often grouped into categories that indicate important characteristics. An individual stock may be identified by one or more of the following categories:

Market capitalization
(Or size) from micro, to small, midsize, and large
Growth vs. value
Growth potential vs. offering an attractive value
International
Stocks issued by companies located outside of the United States
Geography
By country, or by region (or foreign and domestic)
Sector
Such as financial services, energy or consumer goods

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