Homonym: Shares (Portions)
Shares represent ownership in a company. When you buy shares, you become a part-owner of that company, which means you can benefit from its profits and growth. Companies issue shares to raise money for various purposes, such as expanding their business or developing new products.
Investors can buy and sell shares on stock exchanges, where prices fluctuate based on supply and demand. The value of shares can increase or decrease, allowing investors to potentially earn money through capital gains or dividends, which are payments made to shareholders from the company's profits.