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- ProspectusA required document that describes a fund or investment's goals, costs, risks, and holdings before you buy.
- Annual ReportA yearly document in which a company shares its finances, results, and outlook with shareholders.
- Stock ExchangeAn organized marketplace, such as the NYSE or Nasdaq, where stocks and other securities are traded.
- BrokerA firm or person that carries out your orders to buy and sell investments, often for a fee or commission.
- ShareholderAnyone who owns shares in a company and holds a stake in its ownership, profits, and voting decisions.
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