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If you're new to investing in the stock market, this is one fundamental idea you need to understand.
Fool.com contributor Parkev Tatevosian highlights the difference between the share price of a stock and its valuation. A stock can be selling at $1,000 per share and still be a cheap stock to buy. Beginner investors are understandably confused with this statement. (AMZN 3.43%)
*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Sept. 27, 2023. The video was published on Sept. 29, 2023.
John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool's board of directors. Parkev Tatevosian, CFA has positions in Chipotle Mexican Grill. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Amazon.com, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Palantir Technologies, and Tesla. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
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