human
I'm trying to get into the world of stock trading. What do I need to know?
assistant
To begin, you should understand what a stock is and how it works. A stock is a security that represents ownership in a company or other entity. When you buy a share of a company’s stock, you are essentially buying a piece of the company. You can then sell your shares at a later date if you wish, but they will be worth less than when you bought them. Additionally, as a shareholder, you have voting rights and the right to receive dividends from the company.