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Securities
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A Security is anything that can be given a value and be traded.[1] They appear in a variety of forms, including bank notes, bonds, equities, and futures. Many securities are traded on markets, where regulatory entities, such as the SEC enforce trading rules. Individuals and institutions invest in securities in order to gain income and/or interest in the issuing company.

