One more reason preferred stocks have their name: If a liquidation occurs, preferred shareholders have a higher claim on the bank's assets than those who own shares of common stock, although preferred ...

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Retirees worried about running out of money are often on the lookout for investments that can help them stretch their dollars. They have plenty of options to choose from, including stocks, bonds, ...