Die Aktie
Example: Die Aktie stieg gestern um fünf Prozent im Wert.
Definition
"Die Aktie" refers to a share or stock representing ownership in a company. It entitles the holder to a portion of the company's profits and assets, and its value can fluctuate based on market conditions, as in the example where the stock rose by five percent in value.
Etymology
The word "die Aktie" originates from the Latin word "actio," meaning a legal action or right, reflecting the shareholder's legal claim to part of a company's equity. It entered German through French influence, where "action" also means share or stock. Did you know? The term highlights the concept of participation in a company's actions or affairs.
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"Die Aktie" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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