What are the key Terms You Need to Know

1. What does the “Key Stats (Today)” mean?
   
   When looking at purchasing a stock, these are quick numbers that show how the stock is doing for the day:

   • Volume – the total number of shares traded so far today.
   • Open – the price of the stock when the market opened for the day.
   • Day low – the lowest price the stock has traded at today.
   • Day high – the highest price the stock has traded at today.
     
     

2. What is a limit order?
   
   A limit order is when you set the maximum price, you’re willing to pay to buy a stock, or the minimum price you’re willing to accept to sell a stock. The trade will only be executed if the market price reaches the limit you set.

3. What is the limit price?
   

   This is the exact price you set in your limit order. Example: if you place a buy order with a limit price of ₱100, your order will only go through if the stock can be bought at ₱100 or lower.

4. What does duration mean?
   

   This is the exact price you set in your limit order. Example: if you place a buy order with a limit price of ₱100, your order will only go through if the stock can be bought at ₱100 or lower.

5. Why is there a “News” section that I can explore?
   

   News can affect a company’s stock price. For example, if a company reports strong earnings or launches a new product, its stock price may go up. On the other hand, negative news can cause prices to fall. That’s why it’s helpful to stay updated on news related to the stocks you own or are interested in.

6. What are dividends?
   

   Some companies share part of their profits with shareholders. These payments are called dividends. They can be in cash or additional shares.

   Cash Dividends	Stock Dividends
   Cash dividends are paid directly to you, usually deposited into your account. Cash dividends are subject to 10% withholding tax, which is automatically deducted before you receive the payment. For example, if a company declares a ₱1 cash dividend per share and you own 100 shares, you would receive ₱100, typically according to the company’s dividend schedule (e.g., quarterly).	Stock dividends are paid in the form of additional shares rather than cash. Stock dividends increase your total holdings but do not provide immediate cash, and they generally are not taxed until you sell the shares. For example, if a company declares a 5% stock dividend and you own 100 shares, you would receive 5 additional shares.