Mastering Stock Tickers: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Unlock the secrets of stock tickers with our latest educational video!
Perfect for investors of all levels, this comprehensive guide will take you through the ins and outs of reading and understanding stock tickers. We'll break down the components of a ticker symbol and show you where to locate key information. Learn more about stock performance, statistics, and stay up to date with most recent stock news.
Tune in now to become proficient in navigating stock tickers and gain a deeper insight into the market!
Want some step by step instructions?
Step 1: Navigate to the portfolio to view the stocks currently owned.
Step 2: Check the "My Holdings" section to see the owned stocks. Alternatively, explore other stocks by selecting "Stocks to Trade". For this guide, we focus on "My Holdings" and select the Apple stock for a detailed overview. However, you are free to select any stock you wish.
Step 3: Click on the desired stock to access more information.
Step 4: Here, we can review the stock's performance over a chosen timeline. This can range from one day to the maximum data available. Scroll down to find the position of the stock, which includes the ownership value and the quantity of shares owned.
Step 5: Scroll further down to discover more information and statistics about the stock, including a brief description, dividend yield, market cap, and the company's headquarters.
Step 6: View the latest news about the stock by scrolling even further. Since the stock is owned in our demon, it's also possible to view the trade history, which shows the buy and sell history. In case you do not own the stock, trade history will be unavailable for viewing.
Step 7: Stocks can also be bought or sold directly from this page. To buy a stock, navigate to the "Buy" tab by scrolling to the top of your screen.
Step 8: To sell a stock, select the "Sell" tab in the same box as the "Buy" tab.
