What are stocks? How do they work and how important are they in the stock market?

March 20th, 2010
Richard Na asked:


I’m 16 and I’m just curious about stocks. I’ve been hearing them a lot these days, and I know that they play important roles in the economy. However, I’ve never gotten to know a solid, concise description of stocks, and how they work. Why invest in stocks? How do stocks fall? Are the amount of stocks owned by businesses proportional to their size?
Thank you. :)

What are good stocks to buy in the short term?

March 17th, 2010
Hi asked:


What are good stocks to buy in the short term?

My econ class is playing a stock game but using the real stock markets. I have $100,000 to spend. I am hoping to find some stocks that are going up in the short term because school ends in two months.

Any good suggestions?

How can I find an experienced stock investor that is willing to assist me in buying and selling good stocks?

March 17th, 2010
Lovr asked:


I currently have $50,000 and I want it to grow to $500,000 in a few years by aggressively buying and selling the right stocks. I’m willing to pay an experienced investor 25% of my profits. They must have a proven track record of accurately selecting the right stocks at the right times to help me do that.

What type of custodial investment account is the best for a dependent child?

March 17th, 2010
Mike S asked:


I am considering setting up a custodial stock account for my 2 year old. I’m seriously considering DRIP type investment.

What type of account is most beneficial in terms of tax benefits, for both parents and children?

Is it better to own a separate DRIP account until the child reaches the adult age and then gift them the account or use it to pay for the education?

Thanks

Can i become an investment banker with an entrepreneurship major and computer science major?

March 16th, 2010
Mark asked:


I am planning on attending University of Indiana and i am wondering if i could become an investment banker if i majored in Entrepreneurship and Computer science (double major)?

Also, IU has a great group called Investment Banking Network. Does anyone know if i could get into this group without a finance major or possibly even a finance minor?

What stocks have you personally invested in recently and made profits?

March 16th, 2010
Ryan Gee asked:


What stocks have you personally invested in recently and made profits? How much of a percentage did you earn on these stocks?

What is the best investment opportunity with a high interest rate?

March 15th, 2010
caramelhoney20042000 asked:


I am looking for an investment option that yields high interest and that is not required to be a long term commitment. I would like to start out investing $50 a month / 600 a year.

What investment vehicle out of spread betting or options trading are you more likely to win at?

March 15th, 2010
William M asked:


I want to know in your opinion what investment vehicle am I most likely to win at out of options trading or spread betting, and which of them is most likely to make you a millionaire? Please help/advise. Thanks.

What is the best online trading stock site to buy penny stocks?

March 14th, 2010
Mike asked:


I want to invest in penny stocks and mainstream stocks but some major online brokers dont offer penny stock trading. What do you use / think is the best?

What’s the difference between trading stocks and gambling?

March 12th, 2010
WithTheLightsOut asked:


I know some people are good at stocks but the fact is that it’s never guaranteed anything. Even the best can lose. So what I want to know is, how is this any different from gambling, besides the name. The principle is the same thing. My friend knew someone at work who lost millions in the stock market in one weekend and hung himself. I’m being dead serious, it’s dangerous just like gambling is. I’m pretty sure there are people addicted to it (stock markets). It IS gambling period . So why don’t they call it that?