What Is the Difference Between Stocks and Bonds?
Stocks represent ownership in a company; bonds represent a loan to a borrower. Learn how they differ in risk, return and role in a portfolio.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is safer, stocks or bonds?
Bonds are generally less volatile than stocks, but "safer" depends on context. Government bonds from stable issuers are among the steadiest investments; bonds from shaky borrowers can be very risky. No investment is risk-free.
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