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stock

[stok] / stɒk /






NOUN
investment in company
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The outbreak of the war with Iran at the end of February was another drag — it raised interest rates and hurt the stock market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Griffin’s stock soared last year after he hit .333 across three minor-league levels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The stock closed at nearly a five-year high on Wednesday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

VW dealers had just over 1,400 ID.4 models in stock as of March, enough to last 271 days at the vehicle’s current sales pace, according to Motor Intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“You don’t even own stock in your company,” said Eisman, after the typically elaborate Japanese businessman introductions.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis