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Welcome to the 10-Minute Economics ____ podcast for teenagers!

I’m your host, Neil. Thank ____ for tuning in.

We have a very special guest with us, the renowned economist Beth ____.

____ give her a warm welcome!

Hello, everyone. It’s truly an honor to be here with ____ of you.

We’ve ____ exploring the basics of economics.

In this 35th episode, we’ll be talking ____ the world of stocks.

So ____ get started.

Before we begin, Neil, I ____ a question for you.

Have you ____ wondered what to do with your extra money?

Absolutely, Beth. I bet all our listeners ____ asked themselves the same question.

Indeed. It’s a question that often arises, especially among young people who are beginning to explore the ____ of finance.

As you go about your daily lives, you find yourself ____ in financial activities such as purchasing goods and paying bus fares.

After that, you ____ have some extra money.

You’re right. Some people might save it in the bank, and others might prefer ____ it in their wallets for immediate use.

There are also a few who have ____ been venturing into stock trading.

Today, we’re ____ to provide you with an overview of stocks and stock markets, enabling you to gain insight into the economy.

____, let’s start with the concept of a stock.

A stock is a partial share of ownership in a ____.

When you buy a stock, you ____ a portion of the company’s ownership.

To put it simply, owning one stock is like having a slice of the company’s ____.

Does that mean stockholders themselves can ____ participate in the management of the company?

Not exactly, ____. Management is generally carried out by professional managers.

However, companies ____ stockholder meetings to seek the opinions of major stockholders when they make important decisions.

I see. Then how do ____ use the stock market?

The stock market is ____ important for companies because it can provide them with the money they need to grow and expand.

How ____ that work?

Let’s imagine that a small group of people start a footwear ____ producing innovative sneakers.

The founders are confident that their products will be popular with consumers, but they do not have enough funds to grow the ____.

So they ____ to put the newly formed company on the stock market.

What happens ____?

When a company is listed on the stock market, individuals or organizations that ____ in the company’s bright future can buy shares and become partial owners of the company.

This process ____ it easy for the footwear company to raise the funds it needs to grow its business.

As the ____ grows, the stock value rises, and the stockholders’ profits increase.

Then what factors ____ the prices of stocks?

Just like other transactions, the prices of stocks are decided by the law of ____ and demand.

In other ____, the more successful a business is, the more people will see the potential value of the company and start buying its stocks.

As demand for the stocks increases, so ____ the stock price.

In contrast, if a company performs disappointingly, ____ stock price will fall.

Understood. Are there any other factors affecting the ____?

Yes, companies are ____ under the influence of market factors such as raw material prices, advances in production technology, and labor costs.

For example, in terms of ____ material prices, if the price of rubber rises, a shoe company may have to pay more to import the rubber it needs from abroad to manufacture sneakers.

This, in turn, affects production costs and leads to higher prices in the ____ market.

As consumers hesitate to purchase the company’s sneakers, the company may suffer from ____ performance, leading to a decline in the stock price.

There are so many ____ to consider!

Additionally, investors may be concerned about a ____ leadership or reputation.

Nowadays, more and more people are starting to support companies that ____ public values such as business transparency, environmental friendliness, and social justice.

In purchasing such stocks, they not only pursue their financial goals but also contribute to building a more ____ economic system that benefits the entire society.

All these variables can cause daily changes in stock prices in the ____ market.

It seems to get ____ difficult as we learn more about stocks.

So how do we ____ in the stock market?

You can buy stocks through an official place called a stock exchange, or stock market, where you can easily buy or sell stocks in a ____.

You might think investing in stocks is an easy ____ to make a profit.

But if you are ____, you must be prepared to lose money.

Since the ____ constantly fluctuates, there is a risk of loss and debt.

Investing in stocks is ____!

I bet our listeners are curious ____ the best investment options though.

That depends on individual ____.

Generally, it would be smart to invest in something that interests you, such as a company ____ some products you are into.

Always remember to do your research, stay informed about the companies you invest in, and be mindful of your risk ____.

Investing can be a powerful tool for building wealth, but ____ essential to approach it with knowledge and caution.

Wise ____, Neil.

All right. I ____ today’s episode was helpful for you!

____ be back with another exciting topic next time, so make sure to tune in to 10-Minute Economics 101 again!

If you found this episode helpful, please share it with any friends who might be interested in learning ____ about economics!