by C.L. Sommer The stock market is where businesses and individuals buy and sell shares of coporations. As an investor, an individual sometimes wields power over the company. This shareholder offers valuable financial support to the company and in return benefits from the profits realized. The number of shareholders owning a company could range from a few individuals to thousands- depending on the size and capital requirements of the corporation. As a business grows, it requires adequate funds to meet its financial goals. When a company is in a state of substantial growth, it may sell shares to the public to gain a stronghold in the market. Selling shares to the public has been a practice with many businesses for many years. Companies selling portions of their business to the public … Read entire article »