The stock market is everywhere. News reporters chant Dow and S&P 500 figures as if everyone else already knows what they are.

Discover how stock prices are set and the factors that determine a company’s market cap. Learn key differences and insights for informed investing decisions.

On May 17, 1792, two dozen stockbrokers and merchants sat under a buttonwood tree on Wall Street in New York City and signed what is probably the most important financial document in American history.

Investing in the stock market is common for many individuals seeking to grow their wealth. However, the average stock market analyst often overestimates stock performance, leading to inflated ...