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: Start at your portfolio
Navigate to the portfolio to view the stocks currently owned.
Step 2: Holdings or a new stock?
Check the "My Holdings" section to see the owned stocks. Alternatively, explore other stocks by selecting "Stocks to Trade".
Step 3: Pick the stock
Click on the desired stock to access more information.
Step 4: Review performance
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: Learn about the company
Scroll further down to discover more information:
Statistics about the stock
A brief description
Dividend yield
Market cap
The company's headquarters.
Step 6: What's new?
View the latest news about the stock by scrolling even further. If you own the stock, it's also possible to view the trade history, which shows the buy and sell history. If you do not own the stock, trade history will be unavailable for viewing.
Step 7: Looking to trade?
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.