| The Benefits and Drawbacks of Preferred Stock Investing 196 days ago by Stock Research Pro Some companies issue two types of stock: common and preferred stock. While each offers a portion of ownership in the company, there are significant differences between the two. Preferred stock is often seen as a hybrid instrument; a mix between a stock and a bond. Although preferred stock is an equi ... Stock Research Pro - stockresearchpro.com · 2 references |