Definition of Blue Chip Stocks



Blue chip stocks are referred to be the shares of companies that have stable returns and huge market capitalization. These companies have an extraordinary reputation among the other companies in a similar sector.

 


The reasons for high market prices and ultimately high market capitalization are their large size and well-established structures, a history of operating for decades, and making sound financial decisions. An example of a blue chip company is Amazon. It has a total market capitalization of $750 billion with a current share price of USD 3,267.45. It has over one million employees all over the world.

 

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