# Stock

A stock represents a share of ownership in a company. When you buy a stock, you are essentially buying a small piece of that company, making you a shareholder. Stocks are also known as equities.

Investing in stocks allows individuals to participate in the financial success (or failure) of companies, offering the potential for long-term growth or dividend income, but also carries risks such as stock price declines.

The Analysis view for a stock includes detailed information about the company including [ratings](https://finbotica.gitbook.io/finbotica-documentation/analysis/stock/stock-ratings), profitability, valuation, dividends, share price, insider trades, revenues, earnings, corporate filings (10-Q/10-K), earnings transcripts, calendar and news. &#x20;

Example stocks are MSFT and V representing Microsoft and Visa respectively.

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