If you want to invest in Alphabet(NASDAQ: GOOGL)(NASDAQ: GOOG) stock, you might notice that it has two ticker symbols to choose from. What is the difference, and which should you choose?
In this short video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel discusses the different types of Alphabet stock, what other stocks use similar structures, and what you should consider before choosing.
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